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Former Pakistan captain Inzamam-ul-Haq has recalled a memorable coaching lesson from legendary batter Javed Miandad, describing how Miandad helped him overcome difficulties against Sri Lankan spin wizard Muttiah Muralitharan. Inzamam said he struggled to score freely during a Test in Karachi because Muralitharan was getting significant turn from outside the off stump. According to Inzamam, he approached Miandad and explained the problem. Miandad advised him on how to play the

Former Australian cricketer and Pakistan batting consultant Matthew Hayden has offered a candid assessment of Pakistan cricket, saying the country possesses phenomenal natural talent but struggles to convert that ability into consistent performances because of an environment he described as chaotic. Hayden, who previously worked with Pakistan, said he thoroughly enjoyed his time with the team but believes little has changed in terms of the pressure surrounding Pakistani crick

Former Pakistan fast bowler Shoaib Akhtar has expressed optimism about the future of Pakistan cricket after visiting the National Cricket Academy (NCA) and observing the infrastructure and development work being carried out under the Pakistan Cricket Board. Akhtar said he recently visited the NCA and also saw the facilities at the Lahore City Cricket Association (LCCA) ground, describing the latter as a historic venue that had previously fallen into poor condition. According

Former Pakistan bowling coach Jason Gillespie has expressed serious concern over the recent changes within the Pakistan cricket team, questioning the selection strategy and calling on chief selector Aqib Javed to take responsibility for the current situation. Gillespie said there appears to be no clear selection strategy within the Pakistan team, with the selection committee seemingly changing its decisions on a daily basis. “Players are playing with fear,” Gillespie said, ad

PCB Chairman Mohsin Naqvi recently made a point that, on the surface, is difficult to disagree with. He reminded critics that South Africa have lost matches to Namibia and India have also suffered defeats against Ireland. His question was simple: does one unexpected defeat mean their cricket is finished? Absolutely not. And he is right about that. Cricket is not a sport in which a team becomes great overnight. Building a successful side takes time, consistency, planning and,

Former Pakistan cricketer and PCB high-performance director Aqib Javed has strongly criticised the team’s performances against England, questioning both the selection decisions and the lack of competitiveness shown during the first two Tests. With Pakistan already 2-0 down in the three-match Test series, Aqib said the team had failed to compete in either of the first two matches and stressed that there is now only one Test remaining on the tour. “Two Test matches have come an

LONDON, August 31, 2026: The Pakistan Cricket Board (PCB) has announced major changes to the national Test squad ahead of the third and final Test against England in Birmingham. Seven players have been released from the Test squad following the completion of the Lord’s Test, with Mohammad Rizwan, Imam-ul-Haq, Salman Ali Agha, Ali Usman, Aamir Jamal, Muhammad Awais Zafar and Khurram Shahzad making way for seven replacements. The new additions include five uncapped players at T

Pakistan batter Babar Azam has denied reports that the team considered refusing to take the field after the lunch break on the opening day of the second Test against England. Speaking in a television interview following Pakistan’s 194-run defeat at Lord’s, which sealed a series loss for the visitors, Babar was asked whether there had been any discussion within the Pakistan camp about not returning to the field after lunch. “No, no. I have not heard that thing,” Babar responde

LONDON: Former England captain and renowned cricket commentator Michael Atherton interviewed Imran Khan’s sons, Kasim and Sulaiman Khan, at Lord’s Cricket Ground during the ongoing second Test match between England and Pakistan. The interview carried added significance as it took place at the historic venue where their father, Imran Khan, led Pakistan to a memorable Test victory over England in 1982, Pakistan’s first-ever Test win at Lord’s. The appearance of Kasim and Sulaim

Pakistan have intensified their preparations for the second Test against England with their first training session at Lord’s following their arrival from Leeds. The three-hour session featured fitness drills, fielding exercises and dedicated batting and bowling practice as Pakistan fine-tuned their plans for the upcoming Test. Captain Babar Azam, who missed the opening Test due to a finger injury, returned to training with the squad. The Pakistan batter took part in fielding

ISLAMABAD: Pakistan is set to host the South Asian Games from April 3 to 11 next year, marking the country’s return as host of the regional sporting spectacle after a gap of 23 years. The decision was taken during a meeting of the Executive Committee of the South Asia Olympic Council in Islamabad on Sunday, chaired by Pakistan Olympic Association (POA) president Arif Saeed, who also heads the South Asian Olympic Committee. The meeting approved Islamabad, Lahore and Peshawar a

A group of former international cricket captains has renewed its appeal to Pakistan Prime Minister Shehbaz Sharif, calling for proper medical treatment and welfare measures for former Pakistan captain and Prime Minister Imran Khan. According to a letter dated August 23, 2026, the former cricketers have once again written to Prime Minister Shehbaz Sharif, saying they are deeply concerned about recent developments surrounding Imran Khan’s medical care. The accompanying post sta

LAHORE, 23 August 2026: The Pakistan Cricket Board (PCB) has called up 20 bowlers, including 12 pacers and eight spinners, for a two-phase development camp at the National Cricket Academy (NCA) in Lahore. The camp, part of the NCA’s player development programme, will provide an opportunity for the bowlers to work closely with NCA coaches and the Pakistan men’s white-ball coaching staff. The five-day camp for fast bowlers will run from 24 to 28 August, while the spinners will

Shadab Khan is making a strong statement in the Caribbean Premier League, claiming his second Player-of-the-Match award in as many games this season. The Pakistan all-rounder produced another sensational all-round performance for the Falcons against the Knight Riders, first making an impact with the ball before finishing the chase in emphatic fashion. Shadab Khan delivered a superb spell of 4 overs, 1 maiden, 8 runs and 1 wicket, keeping the Knight Riders’ batting line-up und

LAHORE: Sri Lanka are set to tour Pakistan for a multi-format series in October and November 2026, with the visitors scheduled to play three T20Is followed by two Test matches. The limited-overs leg will begin with the first T20I on October 9 at Rawalpindi Cricket Stadium. The second T20I will be played at the same venue on October 11, followed by the third and final T20I on October 13, also in Rawalpindi. The tour will then move into the longer format, with the first Test sc

LAHORE: Pakistan will host England and Sri Lanka in a three-nation ODI series in October 2026, with matches scheduled across Rawalpindi and Lahore, the Pakistan Cricket Board (PCB) announced. The tri-series will feature Pakistan, England and Sri Lanka competing in a total of seven matches, including the final, as the teams prepare for an important stretch of international cricket. The series will begin on October 18 at the Rawalpindi Cricket Stadium, where Pakistan will take

LEEDS: Pakistan face a late decision over captain Babar Azam’s availability for the opening Test against England after the star batter made a brief return to the nets during Monday’s training session at Headingley. The first of the three-match Test series begins on Wednesday, but Babar is still awaiting medical clearance after suffering a finger injury to his right hand. Babar was initially struck on the hand during the second Test against the West Indies earlier this month b

Pakistan cricketer Hamza Nazar has been banned from all domestic and international cricket for two years and fined PKR 1 million following a disciplinary inquiry conducted by the Pakistan Cricket Board (PCB). According to the information shared by the PCB, the investigation found that Nazar provided misleading and incomplete information during a visa application. The board concluded that his actions amounted to misrepresentation and non-disclosure, leading to strict disciplin