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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

Former Pakistan captain Mohammad Hafeez has stirred debate with his remarks about the direction of Pakistan cricket, suggesting that the country’s heavy reliance on the Pakistan Super League could be limiting the national team’s growth. Speaking shortly after India lifted the trophy at the 2026 ICC Men’s T20 World Cup , Hafeez indirectly criticized the current structure of Pakistan cricket and how much attention revolves around the domestic T20 league. According to Hafeez,

Former Pakistan fast bowler Shoaib Akhtar has expressed disappointment over the treatment of former cricketers in Pakistan, saying that legends of the game do not receive the same level of respect from the country’s cricket authorities and current players. Speaking during a discussion about how former players are honoured in India, Akhtar praised the way Indian cricket celebrates its past heroes. He pointed out that during major events and celebrations, legendary cricketers

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 opener Sahibzada Farhan has emerged as the only Pakistani player nominated for the Player of the Tournament award by the International Cricket Council (ICC) following a sensational campaign in the ICC Men’s T20 World Cup 2026. Farhan enjoyed a historic tournament with the bat, finishing as the leading run-scorer after amassing 383 runs in seven matches at an outstanding average of around 76.60 and a blistering strike rate close to 160. His tally set a new record f

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

In a significant development ahead of the upcoming season of the Pakistan Super League , the franchise formerly known as Sialkot Stallionz has officially been renamed Multan Sultans under new management, league CEO Salman Naseer announced on Tuesday. Speaking at a press conference, Naseer confirmed that the request for the name change was submitted by the franchise’s newly appointed CEO, Gohar Shah , and has been formally approved by the league administration. According to N

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

Former Pakistan pacer Mohammad Amir has called for sweeping changes in the national setup, stating that minor adjustments will not be enough to fix what he described as years of repeated failure at global events. Speaking in a recent media appearance, Amir claimed he was Pakistan’s best bowler during the 2024 World Cup but was not contacted afterward. “I was the best bowler for Pakistan in the ’24 World Cup, but after that no one contacted me. They said leave him,” Amir said

Former Pakistan speedster Shoaib Akhtar launched a scathing attack on the team management and the Pakistan Cricket Board after Pakistan were knocked out of the tournament following their failure to restrict Sri Lanka national cricket team to 147 runs. Speaking in a post-match discussion, Akhtar termed the current state of Pakistan cricket as “completely clueless,” questioning both the tactical approach and long-term planning of the management. “Completely Clueless About Wha