Babar Azam set to miss out on domestic as well as PCB announce the schedule for the National T20 Cup

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, Peshawar, Faisalabad, Karachi Whites and Bahawalpur.

Group B includes defending champions Lahore Blues, along with Sialkot, Multan, Abbottabad and Karachi Blues.

The competition promises high-paced action, with two matches scheduled each day during the group stage and semi-finals. The first match of the day will begin at 4:15 PM, while the second match will start at 9:15 PM, providing fans with evening entertainment under lights.

With regional pride at stake and several emerging players aiming to impress selectors ahead of upcoming domestic and international commitments, the National T20 Cup is expected to deliver thrilling contests throughout its 12-day run in Peshawar.