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Friday, April 16, 1999

Chip of old block

S Santhanam  
Sharjah, April 15: He is interested in biology and computer science. He is only 16 years old and is not part of the team. Yet, Junaid has been doing the job of the 12th man in the Coca Cola Cup here, taking water bottles to the players, handing them fresh pair of batting gloves, etc. He has been with the team ever since Pakistan arrived here for the current competition.

Junaid is the son of Pakistan coach Javed Miandad. The youngster is even seen in a Pakistan track suit, with the name `Javed' written on the back of the shirt.

``At the moment, I am only interested in my studies. I want to become a doctor. Cricket is only secondary. I am, of course, a great fan of my father, who has done so much for the country's cricket,'' Junaid said.

Akram denies fixing: Pakistan captain Wasim Akram said Latif's allegations against Pakistan for losing to England and India because of match-fixing were absurd.

``When India lost so many matches, nobody accused them of fixing. But now that we have found thewinning touch again, disgruntled people have started accusations. It is unfortunate that even after winning so many games we have to give explanations for our defeat,'' Akram said.

``India played better. That is all. There is nothing else to it,'' the Pakistan skipper added.

Copyright © 1999 Indian Express Newspapers (Bombay) Ltd.


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