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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

Pakistan batter Muhammad Taha and fast bowler Saqib Khan have shared their experiences of making their Test debuts during the ongoing first Test against Sri Lanka in Rawalpindi. Speaking on the PCB Podcast programme Street Drive with Salman Butt, the two debutants reflected on their journeys to international cricket and discussed their performances in the opening Test. Taha made an impressive start to his Test career, scoring 51 off 105 deliveries, including six boundaries, w

Pakistan have bolstered their Test squad for the upcoming two-match series against Sri Lanka with the inclusion of pace-bowling all-rounder Aamir Jamal, rookie pacer Ali Shabbir, batter Muhammad Tayyab Arif and fast bowler Saqib Khan. The Pakistan Cricket Board (PCB) announced the changes on Saturday, with Ali, Tayyab and Saqib receiving their maiden national call-ups. Meanwhile, Ali Usman and Abdullah Fazal have been released from the squad. The three newcomers recently repr

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

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

Pakistan batter Fakhar Zaman has attributed his success in finals to spending time at the crease, emphasising the importance of adapting to match situations and handling pressure. Speaking exclusively on the programme Straight Drive with Salman Butt, Fakhar discussed his century in the final against Sri Lanka, explaining how he adjusted his approach after Pakistan lost two early wickets. “Pressure is always higher in finals, so it is important to bat according to the situatio

Pakistan batting coach Michael Smith believes the team has developed the confidence to win from difficult situations and is backing the players to bounce back from their first defeat in the tournament ahead of Saturday’s final against Sri Lanka. Speaking exclusively to PCB Digital on Wednesday, Smith admitted Pakistan fell short of their expected standards against Sri Lanka but insisted the team remained confident in its ability to respond positively in the title decider. “We

Shadab Khan produced a remarkable comeback under pressure, scoring his maiden One-day International (ODI) century to guide Pakistan to a thrilling victory over England in the ODI tri-series at Gaddafi Stadium on Sunday. With Pakistan on the brink of defeat and only one wicket remaining, Shadab displayed exceptional composure and courage to bring his team within touching distance of victory, turning a seemingly lost contest into a memorable triumph. With Haris Rauf holding fir

Sameer Minhas, Mohammad Taha and Mohammad Suleman included in 14-member squad for Sri Lanka Tests; Babar Azam to continue as captain Pakistan have announced an initial 14-member squad for the upcoming two-match ICC World Test Championship series against Sri Lanka, with uncapped batters Sameer Minhas, Mohammad Taha and Mohammad Suleman earning maiden Test call-ups, while former captain Shan Masood has been dropped. The Pakistan Cricket Board (PCB) announced the squad on Saturd

Pakistan ODI captain Shaheen Shah Afridi has stressed the importance of taking wickets over bowling speed, acknowledging that his own pace has decreased while insisting that accuracy and discipline remain crucial for success ahead of the second ODI against England. Speaking at a pre-match press conference, Shaheen admitted that his bowling speed had dropped but maintained that Pakistan needed breakthroughs rather than pace alone. “Yes, my speed has come down. In my opinion, t

Pakistan fast bowler Haris Rauf has responded to criticism of the team's bowling performances following two tri-nation series victories, defending the pace attack while discussing his own form, the importance of middle-over wickets and a possible return to Test cricket.

LAHORE: Pakistan bowling coach Shaun Tait has expressed satisfaction with the team’s bowling performance in the ongoing series against England and Sri Lanka, praising the balance between pace and spin while stressing the importance of workload management and recovery. Tait said Pakistan’s bowling attack had made an encouraging start to the series, particularly against England, who possess a formidable batting line-up. He believes the pace and spin departments have complemente

Pakistan all-rounder Arafat Minhas described his outstanding performance against England as a memorable day after scoring 59 runs and claiming six wickets for 40 runs in an impressive display with both bat and ball. Speaking to PCB Digital, Minhas said winning the match was the most important thing, adding that the performance would remain special for him. Minhas also achieved a notable milestone in One-Day International cricket, becoming the third Pakistani player to score a

Pakistan batting coach Michael Smith has stressed the importance of adaptability, problem-solving and batting depth as the team prepares for a demanding 12-month ODI schedule leading up to the 2027 ICC Cricket World Cup. Speaking to PCB Digital during Pakistan’s first training session in Rawalpindi on Thursday, Smith said the team must develop the ability to perform on different pitches and against varied bowling attacks, with the upcoming ODI tri-series marking the start of

Pakistan batter Hassan Nawaz has been called up to the Desert Vipers squad for Season 5 of the DP World International League T20 (ILT20), replacing England’s Aneurin Donald, who will miss the tournament following his selection for England’s T20I series in Australia in November and December. The Desert Vipers confirmed the recruitment on Friday, October 16, as the defending champions prepare to begin their title defence in the upcoming edition of the tournament, scheduled to r

Pakistan T20 captain Sahibzada Farhan has highlighted the team’s improved aggressive batting approach in 2026, pointing to an increase in six-hitting frequency and higher strike rates as key differences in their performances. Farhan said Pakistan had made significant progress in their power-hitting, with the team now hitting a six every 15 balls compared to one every 25 balls previously. “If you look at our performance in T20s in 2026, you’ll see the difference. We have score

England cricketers Jos Buttler and Stuart Broad have praised Pakistan batting great Younis Khan, highlighting his exceptional sweep shot and remarkable ability to challenge spin bowlers during a discussion about his batting skills. During the conversation, Buttler and Broad agreed that Younis was more than just a good player, with particular emphasis on his outstanding range of sweep shots and his ability to execute them against different lengths. “He was a good player,” one

Former Pakistan fast bowler Shoaib Akhtar has revealed that his inspiration to take up cricket was former Pakistan captain Imran Khan, admitting that he never truly loved the game until he saw the legendary all-rounder. Speaking about his journey, Akhtar said he initially considered cricket a demanding sport that required hours and days of effort and took a significant toll on the body. He doubted whether his body would be able to withstand the physical demands of the game. “