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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 India captain Sourav Ganguly has ignited fresh controversy following his strong remarks about the state of the India–Pakistan cricket rivalry after their latest encounter. Speaking to the media after the high-voltage clash, Ganguly stated that the fixture no longer carries the competitive intensity it once did. “It’s no longer our rivalry. It’s just a simple game,” he said, suggesting that the gap between the two teams has grown significantly over the years. Ganguly d

Former Pakistan captain Shahid Afridi has called for bold changes to Pakistan’s T20 setup, suggesting that senior players should be rested in favor of emerging talent ahead of the team’s upcoming fixture against Namibia. Speaking during a media interaction, Afridi said that if the decision were his to make, he would temporarily move on from key players including Babar Azam , Shaheen Shah Afridi and Shadab Khan to give younger cricketers an opportunity to prove themselves.

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

“If he comes and stops for bowling, the batsman has the right to move away. He can say, ‘I thought he was stopping.’ That will be a huge hea

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

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

Veteran Pakistani television anchor Aftab Iqbal has strongly criticized Pakistan’s reversal on its earlier stance regarding cricket-related decisions, calling the move embarrassing and damaging to the country’s credibility. Reacting to Pakistan’s policy shift, Iqbal said he felt “ashamed” by the retreat, warning against making threats that cannot be enforced. “You should never give a threat on which you cannot act,” he advised viewers. “When you threaten someone, you should b

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

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

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

Afghanistan star cites personal commitments as tensions surface within Afghan trio Afghanistan wicketkeeper-batter Rahmanullah Gurbaz has officially withdrawn from the Pakistan Super League (PSL) 2026, just days after being announced as a direct signing for Peshawar Zalmi ahead of the league’s historic players’ auction. The decision comes amid growing speculation of a rift within Afghanistan’s cricket circle, particularly following a cryptic social media post by Naveen-ul-Haq

Former Indian World Cup–winning captain Kapil Dev has called for greater national unity and restraint, urging public figures to support their country’s official policies rather than inflaming public sentiment with personal opinions. Speaking in a recent news interview, Kapil Dev stressed that individuals with influence must avoid confusing the public by contradicting state decisions. “Whatever the policy of the country is, people like us should stand by it. When people like u

Former Pakistan Cricket Board (PCB) chairman Najam Sethi has strongly defended Pakistan’s reported decision to boycott an India match, framing it as a principled stand against what he calls the BCCI’s long-standing bullying and the ICC’s inequitable power structure. Speaking during a discussion hosted by journalist Nikhil Naz, Sethi clarified that he was not speaking on behalf of the PCB, but offering his personal view on the political and cricketing implications behind Pakis

Former Indian spinner Ravichandran Ashwin surprised cricket fans by praising Pakistan’s World Cup chances during a recent podcast. Ashwin hi

The Pakistan Super League (PSL) has officially entered a new era, with franchises revealing both retained players and their contract prices ahead of the league’s first-ever player auction on February 11, 2026. Under the revised retention rules, teams are allowed to retain a maximum of four players, one from each category, as PSL expands to eight teams this season Lahore Qalandars Defending champions Lahore Qalandars retained a balanced mix of experience and youth spending R