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Former Pakistan fast bowler Mohammad Amir  has urged the Pakistan Cricket Board  (PCB) to appoint Salman Ali Agha  as the captain of Pakistan’s ODI and Test sides, saying the decision should be made sooner rather than later to prepare for the ICC Cricket World Cup 2027 . Speaking about Pakistan’s leadership situation, Amir said the board risks repeating past mistakes if it delays a clear decision on captaincy. According to the left-arm pacer, Salman Ali Agha has been the most

In a significant trade ahead of the upcoming Pakistan Super League  season, the Multan Sultans  have secured the services of Pakistan international all-rounder Mohammad Wasim Jr  from Islamabad United . The deal sees Multan acquire the dynamic pace-bowling all-rounder, while Islamabad United receive fast bowlers Nisar Ahmad  and Salman Mirza  in exchange. Multan Sultans expressed strong excitement about the acquisition, highlighting Wasim Jr’s ability to contribute across all

Pakistan’s cricket leadership has taken responsibility for the national team’s underwhelming performance in the ICC Men’s T20 World Cup , admitting that expectations were much higher going into the tournament. During a press conference, Pakistan head coach Aqib Javed  said the management had strong hopes that the Pakistan national cricket team  would at least secure a place in the semi-finals. “We were quite hopeful that this team would at least reach the semi-final of the T2

The trophy for the 11th edition of the Pakistan Super League  was officially unveiled on Wednesday at the National Bank Stadium , marking the start of a new chapter for Pakistan’s flagship T20 tournament. The ceremony in Karachi  was attended by Salman Naseer , Chief Executive Officer of the HBL PSL, representatives from all eight franchises, officials from title sponsor Habib Bank Limited , members of the media, and representatives from Hanif Jewellers , the designers of the

Pakistan captain Shaheen Shah Afridi  has revealed that three young players are set to make their debut in the upcoming ODI series against Bangladesh national cricket team , as Pakistan begins preparations for future international tournaments. Speaking during a pre-series press conference on Monday, Afridi said the team management wants to provide opportunities to emerging players while continuing to build a strong squad ahead of the next global events. “We haven’t dropped an

Pakistan wicket-keeper batsman Mohammad Rizwan  addressed the media in a press conference on Saturday, where he was asked about the surprising omission of Babar Azam  from Pakistan’s ODI squad for the upcoming series against Bangladesh . Responding to the question, Rizwan said he was not in a position to explain the reasoning behind the decision and suggested that the selection committee should provide clarity on the matter. He pointed out that he was not part of the meetings

Former Pakistan cricketer Shahid Afridi  has expressed disappointment with the leadership style of Mohammad Rizwan , saying a captain should take responsibility rather than shifting blame to the team management after defeats. Speaking during a discussion on Pakistan cricket, Afridi said he was particularly unhappy with Rizwan’s remarks in a press conference where the wicketkeeper-batter suggested that certain decisions were made by the selection committee and coaching staff.

The Pakistan Cricket Board  has officially announced the schedule and team line-ups for the upcoming National T20 Cup, with the 23-match tournament set to take place in Peshawar from 7 to 18 March. A total of 10 regional teams will compete in the event, divided into two groups. The tournament will feature an intense group stage followed by semi-finals and the final, with double-headers scheduled during both the group stage and knockout rounds. Group A comprises Lahore Whites,

Former Pakistan fast bowler Mohammad Amir  has questioned the culture of placing the entire burden of poor performances on the national team captain, saying responsibility should also lie with selectors, coaches and top management. Speaking during a recent discussion, Amir criticized the line of questioning directed at captains immediately after defeats. Referring to a post-match press conference involving Salman Agha, he said it was inappropriate to ask a captain about resig

Pakistan’s emerging pacer Usman Tariq has dismissed suggestions of panic within the dressing room following the high-profile defeat to India, insisting that the narrative of “pressure” is largely driven by outside noise rather than internal turmoil. Speaking at a post-match press conference, Usman addressed a wide range of questions — from team strategy and criticism of senior players to his own performance and growing spotlight — in what turned out to be a candid and compose

Lahore Region Blues emerged victorious in a thrilling final of the National U15 One-Day Cup 2025-26, defeating Karachi Region Whites by 29 runs at the Multan Cricket Stadium on Monday. The win earned Lahore Region Blues a prize of PKR 1 million, while Karachi Region Whites took home PKR 0.5 million. Electing to bat first, Lahore Region Blues posted a competitive total of 246-7 in their allotted 50 overs. Muhammad Mubashir was the star of the innings, crafting a classy 95 off

Former Indian World Cup–winning captain Kapil Dev has called for greater national unity and restraint, urging public figures to support their country’s official policies rather than inflaming public sentiment with personal opinions. Speaking in a recent news interview, Kapil Dev stressed that individuals with influence must avoid confusing the public by contradicting state decisions. “Whatever the policy of the country is, people like us should stand by it. When people like u

The ICC has expressed concern over Pakistan’s reported stance on selective participation in the ICC Men’s T20 World Cup 2026, stating that

With just one week remaining before the T20 World Cup, Pakistan cricket should ideally be settling combinations, locking roles, and building confidence. Instead, the conversation remains stuck where it has been for over a year: confusion in batting positions, unclear roles, and an unsettled top order. The criticism directed at captain Salman Ali Agha may be loud, but it misses the real issue. This is not about one innings or one batting position. This is about continuous expe

The Sialkot Stallionz have appointed former Australian Test captain Tim Paine as their new head coach, marking a major step in the franchise’s long-term vision for success in the HBL Pakistan Super League (PSL). The franchise announced the decision through an official press release, describing Paine’s appointment as a significant milestone in building a competitive and professional cricketing structure. Team owner Kamil Khan expressed strong confidence in the former wicketkee

Excerpt: Speaking at Gaddafi Stadium, Lahore, on Monday (26th January), Pakistan all-rounder Shadab Khan opened up about the mental challeng

Pakistan’s announcement of their T20 World Cup 2026 squad has reignited debate over selection consistency, with Wasim Jr once again finding

“This was Bangladesh’s position. There are many factors involved, and I do not want to go into the details right now,” he said, addi

Pakistan have recalled senior stars Babar Azam and Shaheen Shah Afridi to the T20I squad for the three-match home series against Australia a