Why should the win be dedicated to Miandad or anyone else for that matter. It is Captain's prerogative.

Prayers don't win matches, if that was the case, Pakistan will never lose any matches.

An ideal example of "ism" in Pakistan cricket. Sarfaraz is doing a great job as a captain, batsman and wicket keeper. What else do you want from a young captain who has just started leading the side. Learn how to curb "ism" in your heart and appreciate Sarfaraz regardless of which part of Pakistan he belongs.

Dear AS, Please don't try to discourage new captain of Pak cricket team on minor issues. Rise to your status, and leave young captain of Pak team alone.

What a sorry state of mind. His character assassination attempt of Sarfraz are regrettable and speak volumes about Amir Sohail burning desire to seek media attention. Let's deprive Amir Sohail of what he wants to accomplish by ignoring him.

Sarfraz you really did a great job. We (Pakistanis) are proud of you. Keep going like that and dont worry about Amir Sohail he is just another big mouth.

i really like aamir sohail but it seems this time he has crossed all limits. he cannot stand that a captain from karachi is performing well.. he still wants to bring shoaib malik as captain if he is given power. like nihal hashmi he is trying to clarify his remarks . what he said was loud and clear and he accused of foul play and match fixing in clear words. and the worst part is that he has accused the opponent team and for this he could be dragged in international court too if those teams file a complain against him and ask him to prove what he said ....

The bias is too clear here!

if things are flowing good why create problems?

Why a captain dedicate a win to a former player? It was hard fought effort of the team.. so they deserve to own it.

I am an Indian but rubbish this allegation of Sohail..PAK has played well after 1st game to reach to final he should appreciate that instead of trying to find fault before final game...

Classlessness has always been Amir's virtue!

Pakistan cricket,and the organization have no synchronization ,it has been observed that always the experts appointed for services,are misfit,that is the reasons they failed at real juncture.Considering the comment of X captain Amir sohail,that pakistan defeated Srilanka is a matter of chance,not the effort of sarfaraz---- shame.Be positive,always keep the away the professionalism from nepotism.At least players should have the confidence to be retain in team.For forthcoming India match,you people have to control your nerves because it is the game of Mental toughness rather than Cricketing skills

Amir sohail is a cheapo. Putting false allegation of match fixing and then denying that. Coward if you are so honest then name that facilitator. You should be condemned by every one including media.

Respect is due to Amir sohail and other senior players but his remarks were way too hard and meant to be taken so as he attributed the win to some 'hidden' facilitators, he also refused to disclose. Dont know whether Sarfraz complained about Miandad but even then such remarks by Amir are untimely and uncalled-for.

Neither our seniors nor juniors have manner to comments on the cricket issues. If they could have played better cricket themselves.

Pakistani has played excellently, wat Amir suhail talking non sense against Sarfaraz, he led the team into semi final, his captaincy is going well, since Amir has no place in PCB, he is dividing our team, he has negative mind, he forgets wen he hit Ejaz sr in dressing room, he has no good record he has bad repo. he shuts his mouth, 8th no team reached in final, is it not good news 4 every Pakistani.Amir suhail is biased person, entire nation is praying team 2 the final against india, he is talking stupid, Mr.PM/Najam sithi shud shut his mouth.no media coverage shud be given 2 Amir suhail.

This is Amir Sohail's way of staying relevant. Unfortunately, unlike Wasim, instead of being creative, Amir has decided to rely on controversy and old biases.

So sorry for Pakistani cricket. All this nonsense for not dedicating a win to a loudmouth who hobnobs with mafia dons. All exes - be that captains or players - need to learn to control their ego and mouth. This is true on both sides of the border. Wagging mouths like Aamer are the poison a team does not need. Television channels, news sites and social media needs to stop covering these idiots who think they have the right to remain heroes just because they were in a national team once. We see this terrible "aukaat" in all of the subcontinent - be it in sports, politics or movies. Enough is enough.

On Sunday - may the best team win! Here's to peace, brotherhood and sportsmanship.

Amir Sohail You r Absolutely Right. I am pleased to here this that someone has pointed out the reality here.l

Sarfaraz is the best captain. He is as good as imran khan. Great performance. Mr Aamir sohail is jealous and hater. Just ignore him.

Although Pakistan played superb against England but people who have even a little knowledge of cricket can tell that win against Sri Lanka had luck factor involved with 2 catches dropped of Sarfraz and a couple of run outs missed. One could easily see how difficult it was to play even simple shots.

Amir Sohail I never expected this from you. You were our hero but not anymore.

Amir Sohail, you have been proving time and again that you have played cricket 'without using your brain' and that is exactly what you are doing after retirement from cricket.

We can only pray and hope that sanity will prevail in your case.

@Syed we expect from u to encourage the young team,not to heap baseless allegations on them and in what capacity u asking a serving captain to dedicate the win to someone u like,earn respect

Aamer Sohail was already very clear.

In Pakistan, no one can take criticism no matter how appropriate it is. We become defensive and perhaps over defensive. It was so nice of Amir Suhail to suggest that the team should dedicate this win to the legend on his birthday. What is wrong with that?. If prayers were the only match-winning tactic, Pakistan would not have lost a single match, ever. Let us be realistic and take religion out of the game, and politics too. Hard work and hardwork alone wins matches. India is a great team and we are lucky to be playing them in the finals. Moments of good cricket will not be enough. Being champions requires hard work. Let us try our best as we can only do that.

Cheap words of a cheap mind against the team who first time look to play for honor and pride. If Amir has so respect for Miandad, then where was he when Waseem Akram threw him out, why amir never protested when shahid afridi raise bat to hit miandad, why amir had never been unpleased when miandad threw out as couch never restored, why amir never has no word to share with public when Imran khan did not let him to surpass the world record in test cricket.. All such questions marks tells that Amir Sohail did not like Sarfaraz because he belongs to urdu speaking background.

it is unbecoming of Aamer Sohail to say these things, he should know better.

So Sarfaraz won the match against Srilanka and Amir sohail thinks he fixed the match? Now trying to sugar coat it. He should be banned for promoting hatred and regional bias.

This guys likes the sound of his own voice, enough said. He is equivalent to Indias Agit Agarker, who no one takes seriously (but have to say, Ammir was a better player the Agit).

Aamer Shoail of jealous of Sarfaraz Ahmad's making of a great Captain, His such hate filled comments should be banned.

This is the problem with Pakistan cricket, theres too much interference from former Player's, Sarfraz is doing his best, Why should he dedicate any win to Javed Miandad?

Woah! As an Indian and a cricket fan, it is truly amazing to see the turnaround by the Pak team. These are those huge moments in sport where, backs to the wall & against all odds, a team has managed to come together, fight back against superior opponents and claim their place in a high stakes final! Whoever you are, this feat by the Pak team is truly commendable and deserves all the appreciation!

How can AS make such a cheap, crude comment! And if HE is the chief selector, how can he spill such negative vitriol against his own team's captain before the biggest game of his young career!

Truly mind-boggling and utterly crass! This guy should be shoved as far away from your cricket administration / team management as possible for your own good!

Crazy stuff!

Sarfraz did a woderfull job. Far better player than amir sohael. Sarfraz, dont let pple like amir spoil it for you. Keep going strong.

Let him have his opinion. Let him be proved wrong by sustained success. People have their own standards; right or wrong. Let us go beyond persons and personalities and enjoy the game, like a good delivery, innovative shot, out of the world catch, and like.

Why should Sarfaraz dedicate victory for Miandad's birthday on reaching final of Champions Trophy? Foolish reasoning of Aamer Sohail. These critics unnecessarily create controversy in Pakistan Cricket. Well done Green Shirts and show your good tenacity in the final against Blues. Best of Luck.

@Azmeen I don't think the new captain misses talent and flamboyant character and cricketing sense.

Every one knows Pakistan team is equivalent to Zimbabwe and there has been big money changing hands. It's a classic match fixed situation a team rated lowest reach in finals you are joking

Congratulations to Sarfarz and team Pakistan for their win against Sri Lanka and England, we hope they will win the final too, whole nation is with you at this moment, well done team Pakistan

Aamir Suhail was an average cricketer and then became a commentator. His comments are biased towards the players from Karachi. It's irrelevant where a player is from as long as they are performing for the team and for Pakistan.

Although Aamir Sohail now denies that his comments were taken out of context, what he really meant was Pakistan was allowed to make it to the final and not because of the team's performance..being a chief selector he should be careful in his comments he make..we all know that every match, especially between sub-continent teams are always viewed with suspicion

@Kailash Singh 'Although Pakistan played superb against England but people who have even a little knowledge of cricket can tell that win against Sri Lanka had luck factor involved with 2 catches dropped of Sarfraz and a couple of run outs missed. One could easily see how difficult it was to play even simple shots.'

If you counts catches given by Tendulkar dropped than probably you will find Tendulkar has few if any century. There are many batsmen who were dropped first ball, and then went on to score century. So, would you discard that century from their name?

Fact is that, team Pakistan was playing team SL, will all faults in the teams. If SL misfield or dropped catches so did Pakistan. If SL dropped catch (and that happened after Sarfraz made over 40 and win was eminent), than that is not fault of Sarfraz. Runs Sarfraz made takes into account all faults in SL fielding. If fielder misfield resulting in four, that four still counts as four. Dropping catches is part of cricket.

We remember the group which opposed the inclusion of Sarfaraz into playing eleven in the last World Cup in Australia ! AS need to learn more on how to make comments in public & media !

@Kailash Singh Dopped catches and missed run out are part of the game Remember Pakistan India game both Virat and Yuvraj were dropped and went on to massacre the Pak bowling.

What a silly statement by Aamer Suhail. These types of Characters destroyed the National Unity and discouraging talents. Even India is appreciating the efforts of Pakistani team and the leadership of Sarfraz. I request Pakistani team and Sarfraz that don't give any wait to the Aamer Statement. Nation is with you and praying for you and your team in Final match to success.

Strange, you don't demand someone to dedicate a match. It is done when the captain along with team feel the affection and respect. Also Miandad did great service to pakistan cricket as a player and was an exceptionally talented player. There is no need to drag his name into this affair and certainly no need for forced dedication. Don't embarrass Miandad and don't disturb the team at this crucial time when they are preparing for the final.

Amir Sohail, on the contrary, we can accuse you of getting money from bookies to say things against the Pakistan team, and break its spirit before the big one.... How would you like that? Have proofs, then speak, else .... with duw respect, of course.

Is AS on some medicine? Why would the win be dedicated to Miandad. Did Miandad play or coach the game. They ex-players should support and encourage the team instead of criticizing or giving out negative comments. Hats off to the Pakistan team and Sarfaraz. Coming from 8th position to the final in itself a big achievement. Boys don't be complacent here go win the final. All the best.

@Kailash Singh
We could say the same thing about India's victory over Pakistan in the World Cup when Sachin was dropped if I am not mistaken 3 times. This is part and parcel of the game. You cannot take a victory away by these frivolous comments. India won that semifinal and so did Pakistan against Sri Lanka. May the best team win or as you said may the lucky team win.

Aamer sohail is a former chief selector who lobbied to become chairman of the Pakistan Cricket Biard but was not considered for the job. he has an xe to grind against the current PCB. Regarding his allegations of match fixing, unfortunately in Pakistan it has become the norm to shoot your mouth off on television without any proof. The bigger the lie the better the ratings for the channel and the more money they pay you to appear on TV. Aamer Sohail's mentor and former Captain Imran Khan is trying to keep his political career afloat by telling the big lie on television.

With all due respect to Pakistan team's achievement. Only fans who have played cricket at competitive level know what are their strengths and weaknesses

Aamir sohail has lost his mental balance and one not to take him seriously.

What Sarfraz said is his prerogative and he said wisely. Sohail has nothing to do with it. These oldies are making lot of fuss.

One doesn't need a good Indian team to shatter the morale of Pakistani team. The former Pakistani cricketers are doing that job fantastically.

My advice to the Pakistani team, go with full confidence and excel on that. The team that excels on every area, batting, fielding and bowling will win.

Hope to see an entertaining cricket worthy of the finals

Sarfaraz is ding a good job. No need to be jealous. At least better player than Amir who had a poor batting record.

I think it is fair and squre Team effort. The individual like Amir Junaid and Sarfraz stood up against against Sri Lanka. Against England it was Hassan Ali all over. The new kids in the town are Raees and opening pair. What is becoming obsolete is Shahzad, Shoaib and Babar Azam technique. Sarfraz is street fighter so let it be. He is Karachiate and it suit his style.

Sarfaraz never made a comment about Miandad. No one even asked him the question about Miandad. Amir Sohail is lying again. See video at: https://youtu.be/xBPGtDXm-Vg?t=5m48s

Don't be happy too much with the performance...They are pretty inconsistent...one day they are hero and other day big zero...Time will prove whether really sarfraz is a consistent performer or not...

Sadly our senior players thinks that new players and whole pakistan owe them something. i always sees them criticising someone and praising their past and list includes mohsin khan, amir, javed and sometime IK. Politics aside IK attitude towards psl final was complete negative and bit of abusive.

He has been himself arrogant during his days. I think he wants a place in coaching or selection team.

It's up to Sarfaraz to dedicate his achievements to anyone. I firmly believe Javed Miandad hasn't been annoyed as much as Aamir Sohail here.

Mr Sohail, you did nothing in your career, when you were captain the records were getting worse. How can you tell Sarfaraz right or wrong when you were not as good as him.

Every now and than he will say that for some media attention. We are very proud of our team. Thought there still some selection dilemmas in the shape of Azhar and Hafeez in this format.

Pakistan cricket was on downward sparo ans than God Almighty there are gilmses of light at the end of the tunnel. At this junture we all should be proud be togather and focus on wining against the stronger team. All this bickering will bring very negativity and may spoil are moment uplifting spirits. Javed Miandad is momumantal giant his services and bravery is unperell. Like great Imran summed up the most bravest player of his time Javed. A very Happy 60 th to my friend please understand Javed always mean well for the country ask the great Sir VIV what he think of Javed. Further more I been around and seen how people like Mushtaq and Asif played and many senior player contribute to groom our hero. For me the winning Againd ENG beat most of the wins without any gaint of a player on the team calculated Harness English man on their own soil and terms. This I compare to 1977 Pak team of Wi one of best WI team. Thanks to set the pace by players Like Majid,Asif,Mushtaq Zaheer Sarfraz Imran

Do you really want to hear a C grade cricketer's opinion. He was lucky to play for Pakistan. No respect for Sohail

Amir Sohail has just reminded everyone that he is a loose cannon. He is not fit for any role in PCB.

Dedicating the win to The Great Miandad would have been a nice gesture.

What a lousy explanation by Aamir Sohail. I feel ashamed of such thing at his position and age. Sarfraz is a natural captain who in his personality does not take pressures.

Aamer Sohail desperately misses being in the limelight.

Aamir should show respect to young cricketers. Even if he wanted to make a point to Sarfraz, a TV channel is not the medium for it.

Amir Sohail is not a legend at all. PCB must sue him for his comments. He always misbehaves with other commentators as well while he used to do commentary. I can't imagine any single individual can say anything wrong for Sarfaraz who is doing a great team. A #8 ranked team who was on the edge of disqualification from Champions Trophy on the last year's deadline is now playing final. Even Kohli has praised today about Pakistan's come back after first match. Amir you have really crossed all your limits.

Pakistani cricket team played very well after her first match...that is why they have reached in final..

Grow up and concentrate on cricket please.

Amir Sohail's logic does not make any sense. SA does not have to dedicate the win to anyone. It was only hard work that won the game for Pakistan.

Sarfaraz never made a comment about Miandad. No one even asked him the question about Miandad. Amir Sohail is lying again. Just search for Sarfaraz's press conference video after Srilanka match online.

Keep politics out, the team has done great, unnecessary controversy will bring the moral down. These comments are no help. Sarfaraz has done great, all these advises should be done n a positive manner after the final is done. Good job Sarfaraz

Amir statement against Salfraz is 100% out of order. He should apologise in public. From his statement it sounded that there was something wrong with the win.

he is a has been that just needs the spot light. He should shut-up and go to pasture.

Just imagine Sohail sahab your comments come just before the India Pakistan Final. We all love Miandad but is he bigger than the country. We really thought you were a better person than that!

Aamir Sohail should resign immediatly. This team is performing great and Sarfaraz is their captain. Every win in champions trophy is due to hard work by the youngsters and their captain. Please don t take away the credit from any member of this cricket team.

Sarfraz did the best job possible specially against Srilanka by any recent Pakistan Captain. Put his head down and play to victory of the team instead of trying heroics. Great Job done by Sarfraz. I will not be surprized if they win the trophy if he plays one more such innings against India.

What seems to be your problem man. No healthy criticism ! May be you just wanted to be in the limelight. Why don't you have a sitting with Ian Chapel who has praised Sarfarazs captaincy a lot. I can bet on anything that Ian is way better than you in analysis.

It was a team work not any individual's job. Sarfraz must listen to senior players' comment and need not counter comment.

Sometimes it's better to be quiet. Go home Amir Sohail.

Amir Sohail..passed on some hint that everyone shouldve picked up. No doubt we have seenp some good performance by youngsters but the way sirilanka and England lost; I would not call it a clean ..distinguishable victory.. alot of flukes and a lot of surprised drop catches that coudlve changed the outcome of The match.. The bookies were calling for a Pakistan and India final before the tournament even started.. wonder if it's all scripted to generate money for the ICC...i mean u just can't throw teams like Australia., kiwiz, South Africa out of the tournament first round without any competition?..Also our players are youngsters winning one match or two doesn't make them heros.. a batsmen of ours struggles to make a century and than celebrates like he is conquered the world where as teams like India., Australia and others centuries are just a norm. We need to set our competitive bar up .. and learn how to take constructive critisim. It only makes u better when u stay down to earth.

Never liked this guy.

Aamir Sohail, you don't right to call anyone arrogant. We all know how arrogant you were and are. By the way Sarfraz was the captain of the under 19 team that won championship. So we all know his ability. He can be the next great captain like IK, Miandad and Misbah. You can criticize but it should be constructive. It is right of Sarfraz if want to or not dedicate a win to someone.

Very irresponsible of Amir Sohail. He should never be brought on TV shows to comment. Sarfaraz is doing well as a young captain and should not be made controversial please..

COME ON Aamer be a sport man and appreciate what Sarfarz is doing as captain, may I tell YOU one thing he looks much taller then you after this childish comment. SARFARAZ WE WISH A VERY GOOD LUCK FOR THE FINAL

This guy is just bad to the core. I have yet to come across a more despicable character in cricket. And quite frankly, most of our ex cricketers would do well to keep their mouths shut. Analysis is not their forte.

Wow what a logic, this is one of the reasons that keeps Pakistani young side bothering.

I have full respect for Mr. Sohail, however this is the time to encourage team members and to give them tips that may help build upon suggestions. I have once before mentioned about Umesh, Kumar and Bumra as a bowlers, kumar and umesh are fast and Bumrah is a tricky bowler. Then we have Jadeja and Ashwin, I am sure our team knows these two well, Batting watch Rohit, Kohli, Yuvraj and Dhawan, put pressure upon these four and you will succeed.

Miandad is a legend but there is no need for Sarfraz to dedicate any victory to him...Sarfraz is really a gutsy,competitive cricketer and i salute him for his contributions both as a player and a captain. Amir Sohail should try to stay out of it.I remember his playing days very well...the less said the better....!!

Good clarification.

Didn't expect this from this guy. His comments are a reflection of his own self. PCB should distance themselves from this selfish and self centred person. He is hardly in a position to pass a judgement on sarfraz and the pak team. Sarfraz is our hero!!!

Let the youngsters lead the way. Clap for them. Present and future belongs to them. Come on guys - go out there and play a positive cricket, be a good sport .......

Media & Ex.Cricketer and many more speaking & criticise to present team of Pakistan & team player which bring lots of pressure on their game. This is the sports and it should be taken as normal game. Who is better? Who is strong ? Who will Win? These should not be the issue. Look at Bangladesh Team. Their Media has posted worst comment on MS Dhoni, Virat Kohli & on Entire Indian Team. Now where they stand. On Same ground Look at the interview of Virat Kohli. How cool he is while talking to media. He appreciated the entire Pakistan team for their Performance beating England & pointed out he is looking forward to enjoy good cricket with Pakistan team. Does not matter who win. Good & Best Players always remain down to earth to gain the respect.This is the reason Sachin, Virat Kohli are respected worldwide. Please encourage the players & team both no matter from which country they are playing

Some people open their mouth before they think. This is the case here too. Sohail has played cricket, and he knows always captain is responsible for wins and losses to the team, regardless of who did what individually. I think Sarfaraz is very capable player and confident captain. He needs all the support he can get at this point when there is a big final is coming up. My advice to him ( Sohail ) is to keep your comments to yourself. If you can not say anything positive , don't say negative either. That is the need of the time.

Not sure what the fuss is about, Aamer Sohail needs to clean his head before starting something for no reason.

Prayers do not win matches. Human beings work hard, they learn skills and apply those skills.

The team needs encouragement before the final, not negative comments like this one. This is unbecoming of a Pakistani and a so-called expert.

Really bad about Amir.Crititism even if wining or losing.this is unnecessary controversy.

WIth biases like these Aamir Sohail should never be given position of responsibility in the PCB

Please talk about the quarter final of 1996 against India Sir....

Unnecessary comment at a critical time for the team. We need to build the confidence of the team before the finals. Not to play negative psychological games, at a crucial time before finals. Aamir Sohail, will live to regret his uncalled for comments.

Being an Indian - what has any religion or Javed Miandad got to do with sports, especially for a cricket team that has performed exceptionally well under a new captain. Please give credit to the talent and performance. If religion and Miandad influenced wins then Pakistan would win every match in cricket and not go to low cricket rankings ever. Did not expect this from Aamir Sohail.

What a shame. He won the match for Pakistan ...why dedicate to Miandad? Sorry Mr. Sohail , I do not agree with what you say. Let Sarfraz bask in the glory he earned. He is a simple hard working captain. Cheer your team instead of mocking them.

not a graceful comment by Aamer Sohail. Unnecessary comment.

I have only respect to this Pakistani team which made a huge comeback after their initial loss. Players like Amir Sohail is a series detrimental to this excellent progress. Amir, please keep quit so that your team has a chance and do not distract them. I like Indian team first and after that I like only the Pakistani team.

Amir Sohail has been known for making controversial statements all his life. Instead of enjoying Pakistani victory and appreciating the performance of the team and its captain he is making controversial statements. You don't have to be an expert to see the smart field placing and bowling changes that Sarfraz had made in the game against England that contributed to the Pakistan success in that game. Mr. AS should know that without a good captain no team can win. He was a part of 1992 world cup winning team with great IK as captain. Everyone knows without IK's great leadership Pakistan would not have won that WC.

Jealous. I smell smoke.

For once AS is right but musunderstood. Luck had its role. The match against SA was won narrowly under D/L, against SL was dropped catches and against ENG was winning the toss and slow nature of the pitch which proved to be a graveyard of their batsmen.

Amir Sohail career as a player is not good. He never had good relations with his team mates. 1996 qtr final defeat and 1998 Lahore test defeat vs zimb were the lowest points in his career. his spat with ceo of pcb majid khan in 1998 which led to his ouster from the team. sohail should avoid these things now, talking for javed is nonsense.

Sohail just wanna to be in news

Sohail must apologize. What a pathetic attitude by these senior cricketers criticizing in the most extreme fashion with comments below the belt. How can he become so vitriolic about a hearsay statement....shear stupidity

As an Indian, let me say this. It was a great effort by the Pakistani team to get to the finals, after the loss to the Indian side in the opening match. The team should be supported, instead of being criticized, and they need to be united in order to do their best.

Hoping for a great final!

He is the captain and it's his choice to dedicate the win to whom ever he wants.

How it's mandatory to dedicate a win to Miandad ? Amir Sohail is not making sense here at all, Ganguly in contrast is much more rational on this topic.

Pls save this controversy for post tournament air Time. Now focus on the match but no this is Pakistan. Good luck Pakistan. Try your best we will love either way or sort of.

Indian Cricket fan, and follower of Pakistan Cricket here. I totally disagree with both the content, and the intent of Sohail's comments. It is highly unlikely that England, SL, and RSA could have been persuaded to throw their games against Pakistan. True, SL dropped crucial catches, but they have been doing that consistently for a while now, it was not a one-off against Pakistan. Secondly, the timing, and the manner in which Sohail delivered his diatribe indicates a petty and spiteful state of mind. It is alarming that a former captain would speak like this when a team is 2 days away from a final. I hope the Pak team can put this behind them, and play well on Sunday. May the better team win.

Sarfaraz is a great captain whereas, Aamer Sohail is a old man now. Better to keep quite and enjoy the coming finial.

Aamer Sohail is a old man. .Better to keep quite and enjoy watching finial.

Win should be dedicated to new guns only. Birthdays come every year and you don't need to dedicate your wins to anyone but who got you there.

Sohail might have not given more stupid comments before - he should simply apologize.

Amir Sohail -> a good look in the mirror at yourself please and then stay quiet! For at least 10 years

His comments are Wicked

AS is absolutely right

I think Aamer want to have Captain of his own choice that is why he started a campaign against him.I am really embarrassed to read what Ganguly and Harbhajan said about him and of course praised Sarfraz. At times Aamer has proved to be very immature, this is not the 1st time he has conducted in this manner. I remember the important match between Pakistan and India in Banglore (as I can recall) he lost temper and hits for a four after that started showing sign of anger to bowler and the next bowl sent him out side. Aameen Sahib should show respect to Sarfraz and his team other wise no one would like to watch him even. Well done present Team and Captain.

Sarfraz ,do your job ,forget about over the hill gang. They are insanely jealous of any one doing well. Their time is long gone.

It is heartening and shame to see such people are placed on leadership seats. They have rhe audacity to say anything and board members and people responsible to take PCB to next level are silent . I understand Judiciary is occupied on my fronts but with due respect they should take a notice of comments which challenges the credibility of nation by sitting PCB official to be noticed , something like suomoto action is requested. Example to be set out by putting people like Amir Sohail to their right place . Cricket is the only game which is too close to peoples heart and damaging Pakistanis emotion should NOT be left un-noticed

only match against england win y effort other two match aainst sri lanka and south Africa were won y luck, let see what they can do in final? answer by your performance not by words

@Ravi Sankar I salute some of the Indians commented about Pak team. As a Pakistani I feel proud of great Indian people respecting and applauding the hard work Pak team showed. Win or lose, drop catches or miss fielding is a part of game. At the end of the day what counts is who is a winner. We all know that India has a most talented and strong team. They are like brothers and may the best team on Sunday win.

Mr. Sohail please show some sportiness. It is simple and easy- Pakistan won with captaincy of Sarfraz. So credit goes to the team and team captain, no matter wither he did special or not. IT IS NOT TIME TO DEMORAL THE TEAM. GO SARFI GO. WE ALL LOVE YOU SARFI.

no reason to dedicate match to any one except Pakistan . team played well and got what they deserve. hats off to team and its captain . I hope they continue to maintain a steady and tigty line and length .

With due respect to legendry Amir Sohail, it's totally wrong to go on such a diatribe against someone let alone captain of your country's one day team merely on media reports.

Even as a player Aamer, was useless !!!!!

Stupid and childish debate. Skipper is doing good job. Minandad is a history.

Sorry to say but the explanation does not match what he said earlier

Pakistan team won and that's the truth, it's a combination of all the players who played in the match and who were in the pavilion. Bowlers worked hard as well as batsmen did their best as well. It's not a single player, congrats to the captain and the coach for leading the team to a joint effort and a strong will of each and every individual team member. Javed Miandad will always be a hero in the eyes of all Pakistanis. Pakistan Zindabad

This is not right time to beat the demoralizing comments. Aamir Sohail need to encourage team Sarfaraz efforts to strengthen their morale for the coming finale ..#

Here are my two cents: Aamir Sohail please don't say anything you are digging yourself deeper. I agree with some of the comments regarding why this match should be dedicated to Maindad. Sarfraz and team have done a terrific job and I wish them the best of luck. As Imran Khan said go into the field positive and thinking you will win the match and everything will be fine. Pakistan Zindabad!!

@Kailash Singh Isn't luck part and parcel of the game?

Some people think they can impress people by saying the stupidest of things, Amir sohail is one such person. He has been our chief selector, what were we thinking.

Its a team match. Sarfraz earn a credit no doubt. It's a jealous comment.

It is a simple example of 'every great player can never be necessarily a great person'. If you are not getting a post in cricket board does not mean you start to defame the name of country. Timing of such comments is important as the final match is not far. Inshallah team pakistan will focus just on match and will give answer to this comment with their performance.

Its about Pakistan Amir Shoail.

We all know your callibre.Pls. keep cheap politics out of cricket. If u r so honest pls. clarify facilitator.

Sarfraz is a good player and hopefully will be a good Captain.

Its vivid that he is new skipper for pakistan and become connoiseur with the number of games he will play. He is showing exceptional efforts in leading his team a great comeback, that what was a gruesome performance in very first game against Pakistan and India. I am very sure that he is currently the best captain for Pakistan.

@Imtiaz Mahmood Your last line made my day. Superb rational comment.

Look a tv expert has to criticize prime minister, pcb, players, umpires, pitch or even weather to be paid.So he was doing his job.At least that is the way out tv experts know the game of cricket.

@Kailash Singh To bring luck to one's side in sports and in life aswell,it is called skill aswell.Whether one catches this luck like ball,or misses it in every game,it is one's skill aswell.And as in life,in sports in every game,there are bound to be some misses.How we get over them and move on,it is called skill.And luck comes when other side makes mistake and one catches it.If both sides make mistake,we see mistakes and we laugh or curse them.But we also do the same.So bottom line,in every game,there are going to be mistakes and lucky moments running together

@Imtiaz Mahmood correct.but boost, morality when you keep shouting and praying,which will be turning point. Even then it is players play not God or prayers.

You lie, you tarnish and you show jealousy. And, then you say I was misinterpreted. What moral degradation is this?

Aamir Suhail needs to keep his mouth shut. Instead of supporting the team, he is spreading venom. People like him should be banned on social media. They just want to create controversy. Pakistan have reached finals of CT17 and the country should be proud of them even if they do not win the cup. No domestic structure, no home games and no IPL and they still produce match winners. Incredible. All the best for the finals.

Why do we have to give any importance to what he said. People gets jealous if somebody is getting all the attention and doing well . Unfortunately we have such a people in the cricket board and they need to be removed if we like to see better future for our cricket team. When he saw the support for Sarfaraz , he is trying to back off.. I thought this and I thought that.. We are not fools.....

Why should you make such comments, Amir? Learn to encourage others!

Sohali should learn how to encourage the team. Instead of praising Pakistan for having come back in the series after devastating loss to India, his words does not do justice to the team. The Pakistan team has lot of infighting and politics that blocks the talent from coming up.

Even though I don't hail from Pakistan I want Pakistan to do well so that India and Pakistan have a great match like in the past than loop sided like the first one.

I respect Aamir Sohail and his inputs and fully trust that he didn't mean anything wrong.

Go Team GREEN.

I agree with Saurav Gangully that Suhail 's comments were stupid and in poor taste. These old geezers should encourage the youngsters and not discourage them ..When those players played their hearts out in every match he has the galls to criticize the team...it is the same kind of publicity seeking stunt that was used by an unqualified and unlicensed indian origin coroners to announce that Bob Wolmer has been killed ...who was subsequently fired but he got notoriety. I used to respect Amer and Miandad no more..I salute the players Azhar Mahmoud and the coach for working their buts off to make these young kids believe in themselves.

That's too much from Amir Sohail. He wants to stay in limelight and by saying such stupid things the channels get their ratings.

Ames sohail was an over rated cricket. Average at best. Now do one

@saifullah mahsud I agree. The media needs to quit bringing these ex players and get their opinions. Once in a while, it is ok to have an opinion but I think Pak urdu cricket shows thrive on ratings by bringing these so called cricket experts and their emotional outburst. Take a chill pill and relax ex players. You had your chance, you don't own Pakistan Cricket. Nobody needs to dedicate any win to Miandad or anyone like him. Pathetic interviewers and pathetic experts.

@shahzad what respect.

Aamer Sohail was way out of line with his absurd comments. Javed Miandad is a legend. He doesn't need a win dedicated to him on his birthday!!!

Looks like his statement has been misunderstood.... let us give him a chance to defend himself... We are free to conclude at later stage.... However, it should be sole right & prerogative of the Winning side, represented by the captain, to decide & dedicate the win to anybody of their choice.... No other can influence or dictate...

By paying attention to stupid remarks by Aamer Sohail we are giving him undue importance. Ignore him!! Move on and focus on something positive!!

I am from India. I always enjoy watching good cricket. Pakistan has played really well to reach the finals. Aamir Sohail if you do not want to encourage then do not discourage. Looking forward for a great finals. May the best team win.

Disappointing to see these vague comments from Aamer Sohail, I'm sure he himself cannot explain them because he has no point. Pure case of him trying to get the limelight saying jibberish.

Initially AS started playing politics by joining PML(N) and started challenging IK directly, which was humorous. Failing badly and realizing that winning election is sour grapes, he now has started employing mean tactics by making baseless allegations against our players to secure top slot in PCB. Can’t believe people can go so low for personal gains.

Pakistan ex players always make unhealthy comments about their new generation players.they become gods of cricket after retirement.never encouraged the teen cricketers as if they only know the cricket .Come and see the Indian side who always encouraged the new faces and never make controvertial comments..this is called maturity and suphistication of ideas..try learn something.

Sarfraz is a brace captain and good wicketkeeper batsman. Public is behind him 100%. AS has destroyed his reputation as a cricket expert. He should keep quiet now and don't become a laughing stalk

@Salman well said

@Imtiaz Mahmood but the drop catches :)

First such a nonsense while Captain & his team is performing at best and then saying that his rubbish comments were misinterpret. He must apologise over his haterage views. If team wins that win is for whole nation and can not be as per discretion of some individuals.

It is personal hatred and vendetta. Sarfraz needs big hugs and drumming on his shoulders for a job well done. Congratulations Sarfraz and keep it up.

good game

Dear Mr. Aamer, you supposed to be motivating the current captain of Pakistan team instead of criticizing him on stream of wins under his supervision.

If he had to loose, you would have been the first person to blame him for the loss, so now if he is winning, you are quiet mature to know what you should do in this context !!!

Come on Mr. Aamer, dont be such a paranoid !!!

I just lost all respect for Amir Sohail. What has he clarified? Nothing. Will have to issue a clarification for his clarification.! Why don't these once upon a time cricketers keep their mouths shut, and stop thinking they were the cats whiskers! Cricket has changed and these have beens will never understand that.

A country where no international match is played, a country where no first class cricket exists, where no proper platform for best cricket. Still a captain revives its team and defeat teams like SL, SA & ENG and bring team to final. Instead of praising him again politics is happening against him. What a notorious behavior?

@Kailash Singh mr singh; EVERYTHING in life has a 'luck' component - good or bad. If you take that uncertainty out you don't need actual play, conputers can determine outcomes on technical factors.

Simply, WHY should the win be dedicated to Miandad? Did Miandad coach this team? Was he involved with this team in any way?

Can he explain the 'context' of his "we know what happens behind the scene" comment?

So obvious, win against SA courtesy rain, against SL and England was a fix and upcoming loss will be attributed to wrong umpiring decisions of LBW of two players ( it will happen)

I was watching the program live..Mr. Suhail didn't say anything wrong, this is the work of media to extract stupid things out of nothing.... He was right in saying that external things like prayers, encouragements, the PCB and the supporting staff have worked alongwith their play....How can a match be fixed for a win, will anybody tell us...

Mr. Aamir Sohail, try to be good human being and good Pakistani. A big lot old and new from cricket have the same thoughts and feelings that you have but most take help of diplomacy. It is shameful as it bars a man feeling and thinking free of bacteria and virus. This is very bad for the team and the country now a small one..

Dear AS

Get a life.

Pakistan Zindabaad

@AM: I would say, he already has a life and a pretty good one.

@CEO Yes your comments are ignored.

Dear Amir sir did you ever dedicated your success to your seniors? No never.then y do u expect sarfaraz to do this for miandad.He's a senior and they surely respect him too but that doesn't mean sarfaraz should dedicate his win and his teams efforts to someone who was not eveb playing that game instead he criticise them alot.

Aamir Sohail should be made to resign immediately. His explanation is worse than his original comment. The fellow has lost it. Why should the game be dedicated to Javes?

Everyone is wondering what's the problem with Amir Sohail. I think it's professional jealousy and nothing else. He is a patriot man but has received such a heavy shock of jealousy that he is giving foolish statements.....

What is the point of dedicating a win to a person who does not back the abilities of the team or have any faith that team can beat all the odds and be in final. Young boys fight hard and made their way by their own..without support of former cricketers, fans or media..win dedicated to young guns only.

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Sarfaraz is doing great i think no one care about amir sohail

His comments reflect his character ,simply put he has let down lot of fans ,particularly in Kashmir

Very disappointed and totally unprofessional and unacceptable comments from Amir Sohail. We have very immature people in the country. We must learn to support our players and captain rather then just criticise them for the sake of it. Look at what cricket is going through, no home international games and poor management, and yet we produce good players. Players are product of the current society and system, if you attack them you are attacking yourself! Good luck Pakistan, happy already what's you have achieved.

Why are people even responding to such ridiculous, unprofessional comment from Amir Sohail. Best to ignore. Hate has no place

Why is Sohail so much concern about Javed Miandad 60th birthday? He should just worry about himself and stop making these wild allegations about the Pak team. As ex captain and chief selector he should be providing positive vibes to the team not undermine with absurd claims. Pak team can do without ex players making negative comments about the team. If he wanted to make these comments couldn't he waited until tournament was over.

Fully agree with Imtiaz. Prayers don't win matches. Mind set, performance, positive attitude and Team work win matches. This is not the time to waste energy in irrelevant issues. Cheer up the youngsters for their performance.

Well done Sarfraz and your team. Keep it up. Do not waste your energy on Amir Sohail's comets. Wither y lose or win u r we love u. U r playing positive cricket

Amir Sohail Sahab's comments are unfortunate, regrettable and un-called for. At a time when the country should stand solidly behind the national team he has put his ego ahead of it. I realize this is characteristic of him.

I hope the national media would not provide this non-professional space on any public forum

AS

You have forfeited your right to be in management of cricket.

Please resign.

KR

Let them play and dont put your inferiorities in them.

@Veeran : You will see a different media if Inidia lost the CT final to Pakistan. Indian media and public is 100 times vicious then you see in Pakistan. I hope you remember the mob arriving at Ganguly and Dhoni's houses after they lost some matches. That Is crazy.

@Kailash Singh Singh ji but that's cricket.

@Imtiaz Mahmood 100% agree about prayers. There are more muslims in India then Pakistan who are prayed by for their team; just like we are praying for ours. In the end, the mighty has other more important things to take care of.

Difference are part of humans life. It should be ignored

@Azmeen Its part of Pakistan politics.

I think Mr, Amer Sohail has played his wicket and now it's up to the young talent to prove their mettle. Such controversial statement demotivate the young. All senior players must motivate and encourage the team and avoid the negative statements. Best Wishes for young talents

Why should he be told to do what Sarfaraz does not wish to do. Miandad is retired and should be RIP. Suhail is a spent force and should just disappear from the radar and do not treat Captain like a school boy.

Sohail was a dashing opener, but the only reason for his downfall was his anger management (or lack thereof) leading to bizarre outbursts. We all know how he had made a fool of himself in a World Cup match against India when batting aggressively, he had tried to berate the Indian bowler, and then was out on the next delivery. His fight with Wasim Bari had led to his ouster in cricket all together for at least 12 months after which he could never regain his batting prowess. This man has not matured one bit, even at this age.

What say you, Aamir, on this victory?

If he has any decency, he should resign from being a selector

His comments on match fixing should be investigated.

@Muhammad Yousaf No wonder YOUSUUF is supporting Aamer

Instead of criticising aamir sohail people should ask him to help investigate the possibility of match fixing. Hundreds of billions of rupees change hands in illegal betting and legal advertising when India and Pakistan play and the payments to commentators, curators,cleaners related to cricket is upheld by Indian viewership of an Indo pak match. I wouldn't be surprised if it was revealed that both India and pak were helped to reach final

How can players conspire to win....LOL

If prayers don't win matches than how do you comprehend Pakistan team lost by 164 runs and come to beat the same #1 team and beat them by 180 runs. It is my belief on Pakistan team that I pray for them to win the match. sometimes it work other times it doesn't.

Mr. Amir Sohail has to bite the dust now. His comments and arrogant style was uncalled for. Mr. Sohail did not deliver anything while he was captain. What difference does it make if the match is dedicated to some one. No one remembers but the end result. Enjoy the win and prepare for next tournment.

Typical my fellow pakistani brother, shouts out first before thinking...

What were you when u were playing. One ball you hit a four and point a finger at the bowler and next "BOLD".