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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

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

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

Rising cricket star Ali Raza has earned global recognition after being named in the ICC U-19 World Cup Team of the Tournament, marking a major milestone in his young career. The selection comes as a reward for Ali Zada’s outstanding performances throughout the competition, where he consistently impressed with his skill, composure, and match-winning impact. Competing against the world’s best emerging talents, Raza stood out as one of the most influential players of the tournam

Pakistan all-rounder Imad Wasim has thrown his full support behind Babar Azam, expressing strong confidence in the star batter’s ability to deliver match-winning performances in the ongoing World Cup. Speaking after Pakistan’s recent outing, Imad said he expects Babar to hit top form as the tournament progresses, despite a rare off-day in the latest match. He emphasized that Pakistan is likely to chase totals around 140 in most games — a scenario perfectly suited to Babar’s c

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

Pakistan edge Netherlands by three wickets in a nail-biting Colombo thriller Pakistan kicked off their T20 World Cup 2026 campaign with a heart-stopping three-wicket victory over the Netherlands on Saturday in Colombo, thanks to a sensational late assault from Faheem Ashraf, who turned a near-collapse into a dramatic win. Chasing a modest target of 148, Pakistan appeared in control early on, with Sahibzada Farhan anchoring the innings with a fluent 47 off 31 balls. However, w

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

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

PSL 2026 is heating up as franchises reveal major retention decisions. Lahore Qalandars, Peshawar Zalmi, Quetta Gladiators, Karachi Kings, a

Rashid Latif praised Pakistan’s recent T20 improvement, crediting Salman Ali Agha for helping the team move from struggling to score 200 run

The Pakistan Cricket Board (PCB) has officially announced the Pakistan Shaheens squad for the upcoming white-ball series against England Lions, set to be played in Abu Dhabi from February 20 to March 9. The tour will feature a competitive schedule comprising three T20 matches followed by a five-match 50-over series, providing valuable exposure to Pakistan’s emerging talent ahead of future international assignments. Shamyl Hussain has been appointed captain of the side, leadin

Cricket has always been a game of skill, temperament, and respect. That balance felt slightly disturbed during the second T20I between Pakistan and Australia, when the spotlight shifted from the contest itself to a moment that didn’t quite sit right with many fans. Cameron Green’s dismissal at the hands of Usman Tariq should have been just another turning point in a high-intensity T20I. Instead, it became a talking point for a different reason. After being dismissed, Green wa

Salman Ali Agha’s explosive run at number three has given Pakistan the intent it desperately needed in T20Is, but his rise has also reignite

With just one week remaining before the T20 World Cup, Pakistan cricket should ideally be settling combinations, locking roles, and building confidence. Instead, the conversation remains stuck where it has been for over a year: confusion in batting positions, unclear roles, and an unsettled top order. The criticism directed at captain Salman Ali Agha may be loud, but it misses the real issue. This is not about one innings or one batting position. This is about continuous expe

Islamabad United has announced the appointment of Jacob Oram as the team’s new assistant coach. Oram, a 47-year-old former New Zealand allrounder, is known for his powerful hitting, fast-medium pace bowling, and calm presence in high-pressure matches. With a career spanning over a decade at the international level, he brings a wealth of experience and tactical knowledge to the franchise. https://x.com/isbunited/status/2017160711265272185?s=46 The team welcomed Oram as part of