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Former India captain Sourav Ganguly  has expressed support for an appeal made by several former international captains seeking fair treatment for jailed former Pakistan cricketer-turned-politician Imran Khan . Speaking to reporters, Ganguly said he believed the appeal was justified and voiced hope for Khan’s recovery and well-being. “I hope his health recovers and he gets the right treatment because he has taken Pakistan to the world map, first as captain of the Pakistan cric

ISLAMABAD: Shehbaz Sharif  has taken serious notice of alleged mismanagement during Pakistan’s national men’s hockey team tour to Australia for the FIH Pro League, directing authorities to conduct a formal inquiry and fix responsibility on those involved, the Pakistan Sports Board  (PSB) announced on Tuesday. According to the PSB, the federal government has initiated a comprehensive investigation into the administrative lapses that reportedly marred the team’s arrangements du

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

A group of prominent former international cricket captains has issued a joint appeal expressing deep concern over the reported treatment and incarceration conditions of former Pakistan captain and ex-prime minister Imran Khan . In a statement dated February 17, the undersigned cricketers highlighted Khan’s towering contribution to the game, recalling his leadership in guiding Pakistan to its historic 1992 Cricket World Cup triumph. They described the victory as a defining mom

Former Pakistan fast bowler Shoaib Akhtar  has sparked fresh controversy after appearing to reverse his stance within 24 hours regarding his criticism of Pakistan Cricket Board leadership and senior players. Morning Firestorm on Indian TV While speaking to an Indian news channel earlier in the day, Akhtar delivered scathing remarks that were widely interpreted as indirect criticism of Mohsin Naqvi , the current Chairman of the PCB. Without naming him in every instance, Akhtar

Renowned Indian commentator Harsha Bhogle  has delivered a brutally honest assessment of Pakistan’s recent struggles, expressing concern over the visible dip in form of two of the country’s biggest cricketing icons — Babar Azam  and Shaheen Shah Afridi . Speaking after Pakistan’s latest outing, Bhogle admitted that watching Babar look “ordinary” was disappointing for cricket fans across the globe. “I’ve been an admirer over the years of Babar Azam,” Bhogle said. “It doesn’t m

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 Pakistan captain Salman Butt criticized Pakistan’s tactical awareness after their defeat to India, questioning the decision to bowl f

With India set to face Pakistan on February 15, former Pakistan pacer Mohammad Amir has ignited debate by questioning the impact of young opener Abhishek Sharma in the Indian playing XI. Speaking during a recent cricket discussion, Amir did not mince his words when assessing the left-hander’s batting credentials. “He is not a proper batsman; he is a slogger,” Amir said. “He is just there to hit left, right, and centre. He doesn’t have a solid technique. If a bowler comes up w

Lahore, 11 February 2026: The HBL PSL ushered in a new era on Tuesday as the league conducted its first-ever Player Auction ahead of Season 11, with a total of 103 players sold and eight franchises completing their squads for the upcoming edition. Set to take place from 26 March to 3 May, HBL PSL 11 will mark a significant shift in the league’s structure, with the auction model replacing the traditional draft system. Three teams — Rawalpindi, Sialkot Stallionz and Hyderabad H

Former Pakistan cricketer Nasir Jamshed has revealed that he went through an extremely difficult period during his time in prison and has now appealed to the Pakistan Cricket Board (PCB) to forgive the remaining year of his ban. In an interview with Geo News, Jamshed admitted that he deeply regrets his involvement in spot-fixing and said he has paid a heavy price for his mistakes. He claimed that poor legal advice worsened his situation, adding that had he received proper gui

Colombo: Pakistan secured a convincing 32-run victory over the United States in their 12th match of the ICC Men’s T20 World Cup 2026 at the Sinhalese Sports Club in Colombo on Tuesday, strengthening their position in Group A and keeping momentum ahead of their big match against India. After winning the toss, USA captain Monank Patel chose to field. Pakistan posted a strong total of 190 for 9 in their 20 overs, setting the Americans a target of 191 to win. Pakistan’s innings w

Delhi | February 10, 2026 — The highly anticipated Pakistan vs India clash in the ICC T20 Cricket World Cup has been officially confirmed for February 15 in Colombo, following successful diplomatic efforts led by the International Cricket Council (ICC). BCCI Vice-President Rajeev Shukla praised the ICC for initiating and supervising discussions involving the Pakistan Cricket Board (PCB) and the Bangladesh Cricket Board (BCB), calling the outcome a major step forward for inter

The Government of Pakistan has officially cleared the national cricket team to play its scheduled ICC Men’s T20 World Cup 2026 match against India on February 15, marking a dramatic U-turn after days of uncertainty over a potential boycott. The decision follows high-level tripartite negotiations involving the Pakistan Cricket Board (PCB), Bangladesh Cricket Board (BCB), and the International Cricket Council (ICC), held in Lahore earlier this week. Senior ICC officials reporte

Dhaka, February 9, 2026 — The Bangladesh Cricket Board (BCB) has issued an official media release expressing deep gratitude to the Pakistan Cricket Board (PCB), the International Cricket Council (ICC), and all stakeholders for their constructive efforts in addressing recent challenges faced by Bangladesh cricket. In the statement released on Monday, the BCB acknowledged the leadership and support of PCB Chairman Mohsin Raza Naqvi, highlighting Pakistan’s role in demonstrating

Islamabad: Walee Technology has officially secured ownership of Multan Sultans, the final franchise slot of the Pakistan Super League (PSL) 11th edition, after winning the high-profile auction with a record bid of PKR 2.45 billion on Monday evening. The bidding, organized by the Pakistan Cricket Board (PCB), began with a base price of PKR 1.82 billion and quickly turned into an intense contest among Walee Technology, CD Ventures, and Particle Igniter. What started as a modest

Pakistan’s dramatic three-wicket victory over the Netherlands in their ICC Men’s T20 World Cup 2026 opener produced a standout performance from Faheem Ashraf, who played a decisive role in steering his side home under intense pressure. Speaking in a post-match interview with Salman Mirza, Faheem described the emotional significance of delivering a match-winning performance in what marked his first T20 World Cup appearance after a long international career. “I can’t describe m

Pakistan’s star batter Babar Azam has come under scrutiny after a slow start to his ICC Men’s T20 World Cup 2026 campaign, with cricketing greats Ricky Ponting and Ravi Shastri weighing in on his recent dip in form. Babar endured a tough outing in Pakistan’s tournament opener against the Netherlands, managing a scratchy 15 off 18 deliveries in a match Pakistan eventually won by three wickets. The innings came shortly after his unbeaten half-century against Australia in the fi

Peshawar Zalmi has issued an official press release defending its recent direct signing of Afghanistan wicketkeeper-batter Rahmanullah Gurbaz, emphasizing that the move was carried out in full compliance with Pakistan Super League (PSL) regulations and with complete approval from both the Pakistan Cricket Board (PCB) and the Afghanistan Cricket Board (ACB). The franchise reiterated its status as one of the most successful and influential teams in PSL history, crediting its lo

PCB spokesperson Amir Mir has dismissed Indian journalist Vikrant Gupta’s claims that the Pakistan Cricket Board approached the ICC, calling