Pakistan all-rounder Shadab Khan has been appointed captain of Desert Vipers for the fifth season of the DP World International League T20 (ILT20), the UAE-based franchise cricket tournament. The franchise confirmed the leadership appointment as it unveiled its match kit for the upcoming campaign, with the team set to retain its traditional green colours. Desert Vipers Director of Cricket Tom Moody expressed his delight over Shadab’s appointment, highlighting the Pakistan int

Pakistan fast bowler Saqib Khan has reflected on his impressive Test debut, during which he claimed seven wickets in an innings against Sri Lanka in the first Test. Speaking on the Pakistan Cricket Board’s (PCB) podcast, Street Drive with Salman Butt, Saqib discussed his memorable performance and the challenges of bowling in the longest format. Saqib became the fourth Pakistani bowler to claim seven wickets in an innings on his Test debut after returning figures of 7-130 in 3

Pakistan have qualified for the final of the ACC Men’s Under-19 Asia Cup after defeating Bangladesh by nine wickets in the first semi-final. Bangladesh, batting first, were bowled out for 138 in 31.4 overs. Abdullah Al Mamun top-scored with 50 runs, while Pakistan’s Rizwanullah delivered an impressive bowling performance, claiming five wickets for 30 runs in his eight overs. Mohammad Siaam also contributed with two wickets. In reply, Pakistan chased down the 139-run target in