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A young Pakistani cricketer, Shahzaib Bhatti , has announced that he is leaving Pakistan cricket at the age of 24, expressing frustration over what he described as politics, corruption, and lack of structure within the system. In a post shared on the social media platform X , Bhatti wrote an emotional message stating that he was stepping away from Pakistan cricket despite achieving success in domestic competitions. https://x.com/shahzaibcric/status/2030782742158598166?s=46 “G

Pakistan wicket-keeper batsman Mohammad Rizwan  addressed the media in a press conference on Saturday, where he was asked about the surprising omission of Babar Azam  from Pakistan’s ODI squad for the upcoming series against Bangladesh . Responding to the question, Rizwan said he was not in a position to explain the reasoning behind the decision and suggested that the selection committee should provide clarity on the matter. He pointed out that he was not part of the meetings

Pakistani comedian and television host Tabish Hashmi  has made a major announcement in support of the national hockey team ahead of the upcoming Hockey World Cup . Hashmi revealed that he, along with former Pakistan cricketers Ahmed Shehzad , Rashid Latif , and Mohammad Amir , will each donate one month’s salary to the Pakistan hockey team if the players deliver an exceptional performance in the World Cup. Speaking about the initiative, Hashmi said the gesture is meant to enc

Former Pakistan cricketer Shahid Afridi  has expressed disappointment with the leadership style of Mohammad Rizwan , saying a captain should take responsibility rather than shifting blame to the team management after defeats. Speaking during a discussion on Pakistan cricket, Afridi said he was particularly unhappy with Rizwan’s remarks in a press conference where the wicketkeeper-batter suggested that certain decisions were made by the selection committee and coaching staff.

Former Pakistan fast bowler Mohammad Asif has called for major changes in Pakistan’s T20 cricket strategy following the team’s disappointing campaign in the T20 World Cup 2026, stressing the need to invest in young talent and specialist players. Speaking on his YouTube show, Asif said Pakistan failed to keep up with the rapidly evolving demands of modern T20 cricket, where aggressive batting and specialist roles have become essential. According to him, the national side lacke

Pakistan opener Sahibzada Farhan  has emerged as the only Pakistani player nominated for the Player of the Tournament award by the International Cricket Council  (ICC) following a sensational campaign in the ICC Men’s T20 World Cup  2026. Farhan enjoyed a historic tournament with the bat, finishing as the leading run-scorer after amassing 383 runs in seven matches at an outstanding average of around 76.60 and a blistering strike rate close to 160. His tally set a new record f

The Pakistan Cricket Board  (PCB) has strongly condemned what it described as “agenda-driven fake news” targeting the character of its players, warning that strict action will be taken against those spreading unverified allegations. In a statement shared on the board’s official account on X (formerly Twitter) , the PCB said that the circulation of false and misleading reports about its cricketers is unacceptable and will not be tolerated under any circumstances. “Agenda drive

Pakistan pacer Salman Mirza  has strongly reacted to a controversial report aired by ARY News , which accused him of alleged misconduct during Pakistan’s tour to Sri Lanka for the ICC Men’s T20 World Cup 2026 . The report claimed that the left-arm fast bowler had been involved in inappropriate behaviour at the team hotel and that staff had lodged a formal complaint with Pakistan team management. According to the broadcast, the management had taken notice of the matter and rep

The Pakistan Cricket Board  has officially announced the schedule and team line-ups for the upcoming National T20 Cup, with the 23-match tournament set to take place in Peshawar from 7 to 18 March. A total of 10 regional teams will compete in the event, divided into two groups. The tournament will feature an intense group stage followed by semi-finals and the final, with double-headers scheduled during both the group stage and knockout rounds. Group A comprises Lahore Whites,

Former Pakistan fast bowler Mohammad Amir  has questioned the culture of placing the entire burden of poor performances on the national team captain, saying responsibility should also lie with selectors, coaches and top management. Speaking during a recent discussion, Amir criticized the line of questioning directed at captains immediately after defeats. Referring to a post-match press conference involving Salman Agha, he said it was inappropriate to ask a captain about resig

In a significant development ahead of the upcoming season of the Pakistan Super League , the franchise formerly known as Sialkot Stallionz has officially been renamed Multan Sultans under new management, league CEO Salman Naseer  announced on Tuesday. Speaking at a press conference, Naseer confirmed that the request for the name change was submitted by the franchise’s newly appointed CEO, Gohar Shah , and has been formally approved by the league administration. According to N

Former Pakistan fast bowler Shoaib Akhtar  has strongly criticised the Pakistan Cricket Board (PCB) management following the team’s latest qualification setback, saying the board’s decisions over the past few tournaments reflect confusion and poor planning. Speaking after Pakistan’s recent performance, Akhtar argued that the final team combination selected proved that earlier choices were wrong. “Today, they selected the right team and proved that the team we were playing bef

Over 400 players will go under the hammer in the much-anticipated auction of The Hundred on March 11 and 12, but for Pakistan cricket fans, the spotlight firmly rests on a strong national contingent making the cut. The longlists for the 2026 auction were revealed with global names such as Joe Root , Davina Perrin , Nadine de Klerk  and Shaheen Shah Afridi  set to headline proceedings at Piccadilly Lights. Nearly 1,000 players registered for consideration, but only those nomin

Former Pakistan head coach Saqlain Mushtaq  has once again defended Shadab Khan , arguing that the all-rounder’s struggles are the result of tactical mismanagement rather than a lack of ability. Speaking during a heated discussion, Saqlain said the debate around Shadab ignores a crucial factor — how he is being used. “There are bowling all-rounders, batting all-rounders, and pure all-rounders,” Saqlain explained. “The players selected were in demand for both batting and bowli

Pakistan’s T20 World Cup 2026 campaign ended in disappointment, and captain Salman Ali Agha  has openly admitted that the team fell short when it mattered most. Speaking after Pakistan’s exit from the tournament, Salman acknowledged that the side underperformed overall and struggled with execution in crucial moments — particularly under pressure. “If I have to sum up the tournament, I think we underperformed,” Salman said. “Our last three overs execution was not good. We are

Former Pakistan pacer Mohammad Amir  has called for sweeping changes in the national setup, stating that minor adjustments will not be enough to fix what he described as years of repeated failure at global events. Speaking in a recent media appearance, Amir claimed he was Pakistan’s best bowler during the 2024 World Cup but was not contacted afterward. “I was the best bowler for Pakistan in the ’24 World Cup, but after that no one contacted me. They said leave him,” Amir said

Former Pakistan speedster Shoaib Akhtar  launched a scathing attack on the team management and the Pakistan Cricket Board after Pakistan were knocked out of the tournament following their failure to restrict Sri Lanka national cricket team  to 147 runs. Speaking in a post-match discussion, Akhtar termed the current state of Pakistan cricket as “completely clueless,” questioning both the tactical approach and long-term planning of the management. “Completely Clueless About Wha

Pakistan fast bowler Salman Mirza has expressed disappointment over his performance in the final over of a crucial group-stage match, admitting he missed an opportunity to “create history” as the team’s semi-final hopes now hinge on the outcome of today’s decisive clash between New Zealand and England. Speaking after the match, Mirza said the team remains focused despite circumstances being partially out of their control. “Regardless of today’s result, which is not in our con