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The Pakistan Cricket Board  has officially unveiled a revised schedule for the Pakistan Super League  2026 season, confirming that the entire tournament will now be staged exclusively in Lahore  and Karachi  due to the ongoing Middle East war and its impact on fuel availability in Pakistan. In a statement released on Sunday, March 22, the PCB also confirmed that all matches will be played behind closed doors, marking a significant shift from the original plan, which included

Pakistan opener Sahibzada Farhan  has been crowned the ICC Men’s Player of the Month for February 2026, capping off a sensational run in the ICC Men’s T20 World Cup 2026  that has firmly placed him among the elite performers in modern T20 cricket. The International Cricket Council  announced the accolade on Monday, praising Farhan’s “stellar display with the bat” during the marquee tournament held in Sri Lanka. The right-hander emerged as the leading run-scorer of the competi

Pakistan Cricket Board (PCB) Chairman Mohsin Naqvi has announced a series of major changes to the upcoming Pakistan Super League (PSL), confirming that the tournament will go ahead as scheduled from March 26 but under strict limitations due to the ongoing national and global crisis. Speaking after consultations with Prime Minister Shehbaz Sharif and security agencies, Naqvi emphasized that the PSL remains Pakistan’s “international brand” and must continue to protect the count

Pakistan cricket has been thrust into fresh controversy after former cricketer Abdur Rouf Khan  raised alarming concerns over the injury status of star batter Babar Azam  and the alleged lack of transparency within the system. In a strongly worded post on social media, Abdur Rouf Khan claimed that Babar Azam’s injury situation is becoming increasingly serious. He further alleged that injuries may have been concealed during the ICC Cricket World Cup —a claim that has sparked i

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

Former Pakistan captain Rashid Latif  has raised serious concerns about the structure and culture of Pakistan cricket, saying the country needs long-term planning and stronger accountability to compete consistently at the highest level. Latif compared Pakistan’s cricket system with that of the India national cricket team , highlighting how sustained planning and patience helped India develop a winning culture over the years. https://youtube.com/shorts/gXoUoQ5lmhI?si=DCOBmDE5K

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’s humiliating defeat against the Bangladesh national cricket team  in the first ODI triggered sharp reactions from several former cricketers on social media, with many questioning the team’s batting performance after a crushing loss in Dhaka. Playing the opening match of the three-game ODI series at the Sher-e-Bangla National Cricket Stadium , the Pakistan national cricket team  suffered a dramatic batting collapse and were bowled out for 114 in 30.4 overs. Pakistan’

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

The Pakistan Super League  (HBL PSL) has officially announced the schedule for its 11th edition, which will take place from March 26 to May 3. A total of 44 matches will be played during the tournament. For the first time in the league’s history, eight teams will compete in the tournament after the addition of two new franchises: Hyderabad Kings Men  and Rawalpindi Pindis . The matches of HBL PSL 11 will be played across six cities in Pakistan. Notably, Faisalabad and Peshawa

The Multan Sultans have officially appointed Australian all-rounder Ashton Turner as their new captain ahead of the upcoming Pakistan Super League (PSL) Season 11, marking a new chapter for the franchise as it prepares for the tournament starting later this month. Turner arrives with a strong leadership reputation in T20 cricket. The 33-year-old recently guided the Perth Scorchers to multiple Big Bash League (BBL) triumphs, earning recognition as one of the most tactically sh

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.

Former Pakistan fast bowler Mohammad Asif has called for major changes in Pakistan’s T20 cricket strategy following the team’s disappointing campaign in the T20 World Cup 2026, stressing the need to invest in young talent and specialist players. Speaking on his YouTube show, Asif said Pakistan failed to keep up with the rapidly evolving demands of modern T20 cricket, where aggressive batting and specialist roles have become essential. According to him, the national side lacke

Pakistan pacer Salman Mirza  has strongly reacted to a controversial report aired by ARY News , which accused him of alleged misconduct during Pakistan’s tour to Sri Lanka for the ICC Men’s T20 World Cup 2026 . The report claimed that the left-arm fast bowler had been involved in inappropriate behaviour at the team hotel and that staff had lodged a formal complaint with Pakistan team management. According to the broadcast, the management had taken notice of the matter and rep

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

Over 400 players will go under the hammer in the much-anticipated auction of The Hundred on March 11 and 12, but for Pakistan cricket fans, the spotlight firmly rests on a strong national contingent making the cut. The longlists for the 2026 auction were revealed with global names such as Joe Root , Davina Perrin , Nadine de Klerk  and Shaheen Shah Afridi  set to headline proceedings at Piccadilly Lights. Nearly 1,000 players registered for consideration, but only those nomin

Former Pakistan head coach Saqlain Mushtaq  has once again defended Shadab Khan , arguing that the all-rounder’s struggles are the result of tactical mismanagement rather than a lack of ability. Speaking during a heated discussion, Saqlain said the debate around Shadab ignores a crucial factor — how he is being used. “There are bowling all-rounders, batting all-rounders, and pure all-rounders,” Saqlain explained. “The players selected were in demand for both batting and bowli