Doosra

Retired Pakistan off-spinner Saeed Ajmal helped give 'doosra' a fresh lease of life in a roller coaster career

When Saeed Ajmal was at his best, batsmen dreaded the prospect of facing him, and opposition fans prayed for him to pick a niggle before an important match and miss it.

Former Pakistan bowler Saqlain Mushtaq lashes out at PCB, feels disheartened with functioning of system

"I just don't know how to work in a system, where "Sifarish" (recommendation) and political connections get you a job," Saqlain said in an interview to the "Express" newspaper.

Muttiah Muralitharan becomes first Sri Lankan to be inducted into ICC Hall of Fame

Muralidaran was awarded the honour along with Arthur Morris, George Lohmann and Karen Rolton by fellow ICC Cricket Hall of Famers and members of the media.

NSW name 'massive talent' Arjun Nair, Indian origin offie, in Sheffield Shield squad

With an action similar to that of Carribean spinner Sunil Narine, Arjun Nair can turn the ball both ways.

Sri Lanka off-spinner Tharindu Kaushal barred from bowling the 'Doosra'

Carat's Doosra wins Indian Navy's creative mandate

The agency won the account after a multi-agency pitch process initiated by the Indian Navy.

Who says doosra is illegal? Spin king Saqlain defends invention

Saqlain will arrive in Lahore next week to start remedial work on Ajmal's action, reported during the Galle Test against Sri Lanka last month.

Shillingford cleared for comeback but can't bowl Doosra

Shane Shillingford was allowed by the ICC to resume bowling in internationals after undergoing remedial work but he has been barred from bowling his 'doosra'.

Trott: Ajmal's action shouldn't worry England

England batsman Jonathan Trott believes the focus needs to be on stopping Saeed Ajmal's success rather than querying the legitimacy of his bowling action.

Ajmal to unleash new delivery against England

Saeed said he bowled a flatter trajectory and the Doosra frequently as he was comfortable with both variations.