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Pakistan fast bowler Saqib Khan has reflected on his impressive Test debut, during which he claimed seven wickets in an innings against Sri Lanka in the first Test. Speaking on the Pakistan Cricket Board’s (PCB) podcast, Street Drive with Salman Butt, Saqib discussed his memorable performance and the challenges of bowling in the longest format. Saqib became the fourth Pakistani bowler to claim seven wickets in an innings on his Test debut after returning figures of 7-130 in 3

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 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

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.

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

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. “

Pakistan T20I captain Sahibzada Farhan has backed the national team’s young players to embrace modern-day cricket, while stressing the importance of not underestimating Sri Lanka ahead of the three-match T20I series. Speaking at a press conference, Farhan said the new-look Pakistan side is committed to playing fearless and positive cricket. He expressed confidence in the youngsters and said he would provide them with his full backing as they take on the challenge at internati

The Pakistan Super League (PSL) is set to return with its eight-team format as the Pakistan Cricket Board (PCB) confirmed the window for the 12th edition of the tournament. HBL PSL 12 will be played from 18 March to 2 May 2027, with all eight franchises set to compete for the coveted title. The window was finalised following consultations with the key stakeholders during the PSL Governing Council meeting held in London on 1 September 2026, which was attended by owners and rep

Lahore, 5 October 2026: Pakistan Cricket Board (PCB) has announced the squads for the upcoming three-match T20I series against Sri Lanka and the seven-match ODI tri-series featuring England and Sri Lanka, with Babar Azam making his return to the ODI setup. Right-handed opener Sahibzada Farhan has been appointed captain for the three-match T20I series, while left-arm pacer Shaheen Shah Afridi will continue to lead the ODI side in the tri-series. The T20I series against Sri Lan

Pakistan secured their first-ever silver medal in men’s cricket at the Asian Games after losing to arch-rivals India in the final at Korogi Sports Park on Saturday. Batting first, India posted a formidable 211-6 in their allotted 20 overs, making a strong start through openers Vaibhav Sooryavanshi and Abhishek Sharma. Abhishek led India’s scoring with a blistering 61 off just 28 deliveries, hitting three fours and seven sixes. Tilak Varma provided another explosive contributi

Pakistan secured the men’s hockey bronze medal at the 20th Asian Games in Nagoya on Saturday after staging a remarkable comeback to defeat South Korea 5-3 at the Gifu Prefectural Green Stadium. The Green-shirts recovered from a two-goal halftime deficit, scoring four unanswered goals in the second half to seal a memorable victory and add another medal to Pakistan’s rich hockey history. Pakistan made a bright start when Sufyan Khan converted a penalty corner in the opening qua