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Sri Lanka batter Kusal Mendis has praised Pakistan’s star batter Babar Azam, describing him as a wonderful and very good player despite his omission from Pakistan’s T20I squad for the upcoming series against Sri Lanka. During a press conference, Mendis was asked about Babar’s absence from the Pakistan squad for the three-match T20I series. In response, the Sri Lankan batter spoke highly of Babar’s abilities and highlighted his experience of playing alongside him in the HBL PS

Pakistan T20I captain Sahibzada Farhan has backed the national team’s young players to embrace modern-day cricket, while stressing the importance of not underestimating Sri Lanka ahead of the three-match T20I series. Speaking at a press conference, Farhan said the new-look Pakistan side is committed to playing fearless and positive cricket. He expressed confidence in the youngsters and said he would provide them with his full backing as they take on the challenge at internati

The Pakistan Super League (PSL) is set to return with its eight-team format as the Pakistan Cricket Board (PCB) confirmed the window for the 12th edition of the tournament. HBL PSL 12 will be played from 18 March to 2 May 2027, with all eight franchises set to compete for the coveted title. The window was finalised following consultations with the key stakeholders during the PSL Governing Council meeting held in London on 1 September 2026, which was attended by owners and rep

Earlier this afternoon, India women’s cricket team captain Harmanpreet Kaur announced she is stepping down from the captaincy across all formats. In an emotional farewell note shared on her Instagram, Kaur reflected on her journey as India’s leader and the sacrifices she made for the team andIndian women’s cricket. “I have given everything I had to this team and to Indian women’s cricket — my blood, my sweat, my time, and many times, a part of my own game and personal ambitio

Lahore, 5 October 2026: Pakistan Cricket Board (PCB) has announced the squads for the upcoming three-match T20I series against Sri Lanka and the seven-match ODI tri-series featuring England and Sri Lanka, with Babar Azam making his return to the ODI setup. Right-handed opener Sahibzada Farhan has been appointed captain for the three-match T20I series, while left-arm pacer Shaheen Shah Afridi will continue to lead the ODI side in the tri-series. The T20I series against Sri Lan

Pakistan Champions have confirmed that they will not be able to participate in the ongoing Season 3 of the World Championship of Legends (WCL) after the Pakistan Cricket Board (PCB) maintained its decision to withhold the required No-Objection Certificate (NOC). The team’s owner, Kamil Khan, had formally requested the PCB to reconsider its decision and had also remained engaged in discussions regarding the team’s participation in the global cricket event. However, the PCB ult

Fatima Sana is a member of the Pakistan women’s cricket team, known for her pace bowling, all-round abilities and leadership on the field. Calling her a “lone warrior” does not mean that she plays alone, but reflects the responsibility and expectations often placed on her. She is frequently expected to step forward in difficult situations, contribute with both bat and ball, and provide leadership when the team needs it most. Fatima Sana was in the spotlight during Pakistan’s

Pakistan secured their first-ever silver medal in men’s cricket at the Asian Games after losing to arch-rivals India in the final at Korogi Sports Park on Saturday. Batting first, India posted a formidable 211-6 in their allotted 20 overs, making a strong start through openers Vaibhav Sooryavanshi and Abhishek Sharma. Abhishek led India’s scoring with a blistering 61 off just 28 deliveries, hitting three fours and seven sixes. Tilak Varma provided another explosive contributi

Pakistan women’s T20I captain Fatima Sana has signed a one-year deal with Perth Scorchers for the upcoming Women’s Big Bash League (WBBL) season. The 24-year-old all-rounder’s signing completes Perth’s overseas roster for WBBL 12, with England’s Freya Kemp and New Zealand veteran Sophie Devine also returning to the franchise after featuring in last season’s runners-up campaign. Sana will be available for the Scorchers’ first eight matches and will become only the second Pakis

Pakistan’s star batter Babar Azam will headline the list of Pakistani cricketers registered for the DP World International League T20 (ILT20) Season 5 Player Auction, scheduled to take place at the ICC Academy Indoors in Dubai on Thursday, October 1. Babar has been placed in the highest base-price category of USD 80,000 alongside several globally recognised T20 players, including England’s Phil Salt, Tom Banton and Liam Livingstone, Afghanistan’s Rahmanullah Gurbaz, Sri Lanka

LAHORE: The Pakistan Cricket Board (PCB) has started the process of appointing a new bowling coach for the national men’s team. The PCB has issued an advertisement inviting applications for the position, with candidates required to hold a Level 3 cricket coaching accreditation. According to the advertisement, applicants must also have at least five years of relevant coaching experience to be considered for the role. The board has opened the position to eligible candidates and

ISLAMABAD: The Pindiz has categorically denied statements allegedly attributed to its owner, M. Ahsan Tahir, regarding Pakistan cricketer Mohammad Rizwan and the ongoing NCCIA matter. In an official statement, The Pindiz said that Tahir had not issued any statement on the matter and termed the remarks attributed to him as “entirely fabricated.” The organisation said the comments published by a media outlet were not made by its owner and called for the publication to immediate

If you are a fan of pure, unapologetic fast bowling, Mark Wood’s international retirement feels like the end of an era. Wood’s career was never a straightforward one. Injuries repeatedly interrupted his journey and kept him away from the game for long periods. Yet every time he returned, he reminded the world exactly why genuine pace remains one of cricket’s most thrilling weapons. An Ashes winner, a 50-over World Cup winner with 18 wickets in the tournament, and a T20 World

Pakistan clinched the bronze medal in the women’s cricket event at the 2026 Asian Games after defeating Bangladesh by 31 runs at Korogi Sports Park in Nisshin on Tuesday. Batting first after winning the toss, Pakistan posted 145 for 7, with captain Fatima Sana once again leading from the front. The all-rounder scored a crucial 45 off 30 balls, including three sixes and three fours, to rescue Pakistan after they slipped to 90 for 5 in 15 overs. Openers Gull Feroza and Shawaal

There is a growing problem in Pakistan cricket that goes beyond poor performances, selection controversies or captaincy changes. It is the way some former cricketers choose to talk about the players who are currently carrying the burden of representing Pakistan. Criticism is part of cricket. Former players have every right to question performances, tactics, captaincy and selection decisions. In fact, their experience makes their criticism valuable. But there is a difference b

The five-page questionnaire issued to Pakistan cricketer Mohammad Rizwan by the National Cyber Crime Investigation Agency (NCCIA) has surfaced, revealing details sought from the batter as part of an ongoing inquiry into online betting in Pakistan cricket. The questionnaire was presented before the High Court by the NCCIA’s lawyer, Assistant Attorney General. According to the questionnaire, Rizwan has been asked to provide details of his social media accounts over the past 10

Pakistan Under-19 produced another dominant performance against England Under-19, securing a comprehensive 200-run victory in the fourth and final ODI of their tour. The win helped Pakistan U19 clinch the four-match ODI series 3-1. Batting first, Pakistan posted an imposing 350 for four in their allotted overs. Captain Farhan Yousaf led from the front with an unbeaten 80, while Usman Khan and Jahangir Bilal contributed 79 runs each to power Pakistan to a commanding total. Cha

Pakistan’s 3-0 Test series defeat against England is undoubtedly embarrassing. There is no escaping that reality. England completed a clean sweep, Pakistan failed to win a single Test, and the team has once again found itself under serious scrutiny. The situation worsened when Pakistan was docked 11 World Test Championship points for a slow over-rate in the final Test. Yet, while Pakistan’s Test cricket deserves criticism, the criticism being directed at the welcome given to

Pakistan wicketkeeper-batter Mohammad Rizwan has broken his silence on the ongoing investigation into alleged dressing-room leaks, saying he is fully cooperating with the authorities and will wait for the inquiry to conclude before speaking publicly in detail. In an interview with a local television channel, Rizwan said he was cooperating with both the Pakistan Cricket Board (PCB) and the National Cyber Crime Investigation Agency (NCCIA) over the allegations. “I am fully coop

Pakistan’s fast-bowling stars Shaheen Shah Afridi and Haris Rauf made their presence felt in the opening round of the President’s Trophy Grade-I, delivering impressive spells in domestic first-class cricket. Shaheen, returning to red-ball cricket after a lengthy absence, produced a four-wicket performance for Khan Research Laboratories (KRL) against Ghani. The left-arm pacer bowled 14.5 overs, conceded 61 runs and claimed four wickets, giving his side an important contributio