Pakistan wicketkeeper-batter Azam Khan has criticised the toxic behaviour of cricket fans on social media, particularly those who target players for expressing constructive criticism, describing the fan base of Babar Azam as toxic. Speaking about consistency in the Pakistan team, Azam acknowledged Babar’s performances between 2019 and 2023, saying the former Pakistan captain had been remarkably consistent during that period. However, Azam raised concerns over the behaviour of

The Pakistan Cricket Board (PCB) has announced a 15-member Pakistan Shaheens squad for the ACC Men’s Asia Cup Rising Stars 2026, scheduled to take place in Qatar from November 19 to 29. Abdul Samad will captain the defending champions in the eight-team 50-over tournament, with Pakistan placed in Group B alongside India A, Nepal and the United Arab Emirates (UAE). Pakistan will begin their campaign against UAE on November 20 before facing arch-rivals India A on November 22. Th

Pakistan all-rounder Arafat Minhas has credited his positive mindset and consistent hard work for his impressive performances, saying maintaining discipline and a regular training routine is essential regardless of results or format. Speaking on the programme Straight Drive with Salman Butt, Minhas said being named Player of the Series in the tri-nation ODI series had boosted his confidence. “My priority is to deliver my best performance for Pakistan in every match,” Minhas s