In an exciting development for cricket enthusiasts, Saudi Arabia’s Ambassador to Pakistan, Nawaf bin Saeed Ahmed Al Maliki, has announced a special incentive for the Pakistan cricket team. If Pakistan clinches the T20 World Cup 2024 title, they will be honored as royal guests on Hajj next year. Pakistan, placed in Group A of the […]
On the flip side of the coin, Pakistani legspinner Usama Mir—who was to be denied an NOC by the Pakistan Cricket Board—misses the upcoming T20 Blast. He was more in for the whole tournament for the Worcestershire Rapids, but again, an official statement from the PCB quelled all those thoughts. Usama Mir: Worcestershire sign Hayden […]
Pakistan cricket team’s skipper Babar Azam found himself at the center of a social media storm after a heated banter with fans in Cardiff. The unwanted incident happened outside the team’s hotel, where excited fans approached Babar for selfies and autographs. Notably, Babar was in the midst of an important conversation at that time and […]
In a surprising turn of events, Shaheen Afridi has rejected the offer to serve as the vice-captain of Pakistan’s T20 side ahead of the 2024 T20 World Cup. Despite being suggested for the role by the Pakistan Cricket Board (PCB) selection committee, Shaheen turned down the opportunity to be Babar Azam’s deputy. The World Cup […]
On Friday, Pakistan unveiled their squad for the ICC T20 World Cup 2024, with star batter Babar Azam leading the charge. The squad, described by the Pakistan Cricket Board (PCB) as a talented and balanced mix of youth and experience, includes key players such as Shaheen Afridi, Naseem Shah, Mohammad Rizwan, and Fakhar Zaman. Newcomers […]
Drama surrounds Pakistan’s T20 World Cup squad selection as chairman Mohsin Naqvi has postponed the official announcement. Concerns about the selection process are at the heart of the delay. Sources close to the board reveal Naqvi’s dissatisfaction with the lack of proper meetings prior to finalizing the squad. While the players themselves aren’t the issue, […]
The Pakistan Super League (PSL) faces a potential scheduling conflict as franchises voice their opposition to the Pakistan Cricket Board’s (PCB) proposal to align the league’s tenth edition with the 2025 Indian Premier League (IPL) season. The PCB’s suggestion comes in response to the ICC Champions Trophy scheduled for February-March 2025, overlapping with PSL’s usual […]
In a groundbreaking move for Pakistani cricket enthusiasts, Tamasha, the nation’s leading homegrown OTT platform, has clinched the digital broadcasting rights from Ten Sports for all six ICC mega tournaments spanning 2024 and 2025. This landmark agreement, sealed at the Jazz headquarters in Islamabad, saw the participation of key industry figures including Aamir Ibrahim, CEO […]
Excitement is brewing as the Pakistan Super League (PSL) gears up for its milestone 10th edition, set to kick off with a grand opening ceremony on April 7, 2025, at the Rawalpindi Cricket Stadium. The tournament’s inaugural match will witness defending champions Islamabad United locking horns with Peshawar Zalmi, setting the stage for an electrifying […]
The Pakistan Cricket Board (PCB) has officially announced that PSL season 10 will be held in April and May next year, with the decision influenced by the scheduling of the ICC Champions Trophy 2025. Matches will be spread across the familiar cities of Karachi, Lahore, Multan, and Rawalpindi, with each team guaranteed at least five […]
In a gripping encounter, the Pakistan women’s cricket team faced a heart-wrenching defeat at the hands of West Indies by a mere five runs in the third T20 International, conceding the visitors an unassailable 3-0 lead in the five-match t20i series. Despite a promising start to their chase of 133 runs, Pakistan’s hopes were dashed […]
The Pakistan cricket team is set to embark on a tour of New Zealand following the ICC Champions Trophy next year, marking an important event in the international cricket calendar. PCB chairman Mohsin Naqvi recently met with New Zealand Cricket CEO Scott Weenink to discuss various cricket matters, including the upcoming series between Pakistan and […]
Pakistan’s newly reinstated white-ball captain, Babar Azam, has refuted reports of a rift within the team and a negative team environment. Azam, who recently replaced Shaheen Afridi as T20I captain, addressed the media to dispel rumors that had been swirling since his appointment. The return of veteran all-rounders Imad Wasim and Mohammad Amir, who had […]
“No one could guarantee that. To err is human as I am not in a position to guarantee anything like that. We can only try and that is in my power.” – Mohammad Amir
Mohammad Amir, the fiery Pakistani fast bowler, has seemingly put past tensions with skipper Babar Azam to rest. His comments come after years of reported friction between the two players, fueled by Amir’s retirement in 2020 and subsequent criticism of Babar’s captaincy. Amir’s recent return to international cricket, specifically for the ongoing five-match T20I series […]
Pakistan Cricket Board (PCB) is set for another leadership shake-up, reported ARY News. After a period of experimentation, Babar Azam is poised to return as captain for both ODIs and T20Is. This move comes after Shaheen Afridi’s short stint as T20I captain. Shaheen, who took over the reins following Pakistan’s disappointing World Cup 2023 campaign, […]
Pakistan’s newly reinstated white-ball captain Babar Azam has addressed speculation of a strained relationship with former T20I skipper Shaheen Afridi. The rumors swirled after Azam replaced Afridi following a leadership change within the Pakistan Cricket Board (PCB). Afridi’s brief stint as T20I captain under the previous chairman, Zaka Ashraf, ended abruptly with the arrival of […]
The Pakistan Cricket Board (PCB) has issued a stern warning to Mohammad Amir following revelations of his association with betting surrogate companies. Amir, who recently reversed his retirement decision, faced scrutiny over his contractual ties with such entities. The controversy unfolded against the backdrop of changes within the PCB hierarchy, with Mohsin Naqvi assuming the […]
A Chennai Super Kings (CSK) fan’s unwavering devotion to MS Dhoni has gone viral. The man, whose name hasn’t been released, reportedly spent a staggering INR 64,000 on black tickets to watch Dhoni play against the Kolkata Knight Riders with his three daughters. Unable to secure tickets through official channels, the ardent fan prioritized seeing […]
Two Pakistani women cricketers, Ghulam Fatima and Bismah Maroof, encountered a car accident on Saturday in Karachi, the country’s second-most populated city known for its heavy traffic. The incident occurred following a training camp in preparation for the upcoming Pakistan vs West Indies series to be held at home. Fortunately, both players are reported to […]
