Cricket

LAHORE: The Pakistan Cricket Board (PCB) has started the process of appointing a new bowling coach for the national men’s team. The PCB has issued an advertisement inviting applications for the position, with candidates required to hold a Level 3 cricket coaching accreditation. According to the advertisement, applicants must also have at least five years of relevant coaching experience to be considered for the role. The board has opened the position to eligible candidates and

ISLAMABAD: The Pindiz has categorically denied statements allegedly attributed to its owner, M. Ahsan Tahir, regarding Pakistan cricketer Mohammad Rizwan and the ongoing NCCIA matter. In an official statement, The Pindiz said that Tahir had not issued any statement on the matter and termed the remarks attributed to him as “entirely fabricated.” The organisation said the comments published by a media outlet were not made by its owner and called for the publication to immediate

If you are a fan of pure, unapologetic fast bowling, Mark Wood’s international retirement feels like the end of an era. Wood’s career was never a straightforward one. Injuries repeatedly interrupted his journey and kept him away from the game for long periods. Yet every time he returned, he reminded the world exactly why genuine pace remains one of cricket’s most thrilling weapons. An Ashes winner, a 50-over World Cup winner with 18 wickets in the tournament, and a T20 World

Pakistan clinched the bronze medal in the women’s cricket event at the 2026 Asian Games after defeating Bangladesh by 31 runs at Korogi Sports Park in Nisshin on Tuesday. Batting first after winning the toss, Pakistan posted 145 for 7, with captain Fatima Sana once again leading from the front. The all-rounder scored a crucial 45 off 30 balls, including three sixes and three fours, to rescue Pakistan after they slipped to 90 for 5 in 15 overs. Openers Gull Feroza and Shawaal

There is a growing problem in Pakistan cricket that goes beyond poor performances, selection controversies or captaincy changes. It is the way some former cricketers choose to talk about the players who are currently carrying the burden of representing Pakistan. Criticism is part of cricket. Former players have every right to question performances, tactics, captaincy and selection decisions. In fact, their experience makes their criticism valuable. But there is a difference b

The five-page questionnaire issued to Pakistan cricketer Mohammad Rizwan by the National Cyber Crime Investigation Agency (NCCIA) has surfaced, revealing details sought from the batter as part of an ongoing inquiry into online betting in Pakistan cricket. The questionnaire was presented before the High Court by the NCCIA’s lawyer, Assistant Attorney General. According to the questionnaire, Rizwan has been asked to provide details of his social media accounts over the past 10

Pakistan Under-19 produced another dominant performance against England Under-19, securing a comprehensive 200-run victory in the fourth and final ODI of their tour. The win helped Pakistan U19 clinch the four-match ODI series 3-1. Batting first, Pakistan posted an imposing 350 for four in their allotted overs. Captain Farhan Yousaf led from the front with an unbeaten 80, while Usman Khan and Jahangir Bilal contributed 79 runs each to power Pakistan to a commanding total. Cha

Pakistan’s 3-0 Test series defeat against England is undoubtedly embarrassing. There is no escaping that reality. England completed a clean sweep, Pakistan failed to win a single Test, and the team has once again found itself under serious scrutiny. The situation worsened when Pakistan was docked 11 World Test Championship points for a slow over-rate in the final Test. Yet, while Pakistan’s Test cricket deserves criticism, the criticism being directed at the welcome given to