MULTAN — Pakistan were dismissed for a mammoth 556 in their first innings on the second day of the opening Test against England on Tuesday, after Salman Agha hit a century. Agha remained unbeaten on 104 — his third Test hundred — as last man Abrar Ahmed was caught by Ben Duckett off Joe Root […]
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‘Performing for team is next level feeling’: Abdullah Shafique on his century in Multan
MULTAN — Pakistan opener Abdullah Shafique is happy to contribute to the team’s total after smashing his fifth Test century in the first Test against England in Multan on Monday. He termed it as a ‘next level feeling’ after ending his century drought in 2024. Pakistan captain Shan Masood won the toss and opted to […]
Hope India will come to Pakistan for ICC Champions Trophy: PCB chief Mohsin Naqvi
LAHORE — Pakistan Cricket Board (PCB) chairperson Mohsin Naqvi expressed hope that India will come to the country for the next edition of ICC Champions Trophy, set to take place next year. Mohsin made this statement during an interaction with the press in Lahore. Speaking to the press, Naqvi said, “Indian team mujhe puri umeed […]
England aims to challenge struggling Pakistan with new-look attack in 1st test
MULTAN — England is aiming to challenge struggling Pakistan with a new-look pace attack in the opening test of a three-match series, starting in the searing heat of Multan on Monday. Fast bowler Brydon Carse will make his test debut with Gus Atkinson set to play his first overseas test after his impressive home season […]
Gary Kirsten’s critical observations after T20 World Cup led Babar Azam to shun captaincy
KARACHI — Premier batter Babar Azam had lost his interest in captaining the national white ball teams after a critical report submitted by the limited overs head coach Gary Kirsten to the Pakistan Cricket Board. In discussions with insiders in the cricket board and those close to the Pakistan team, it was apparent that Babar […]
Mohammad Rizwan likely to replace Babar Azam as white ball captain: Report
LAHORE — After star batter Babar Azam announced that he will be stepping down as the white-ball captain of the Pakistan cricket team, wicketkeeper-batter Mohammad Rizwan is likely to take his place, according to a report from Geo News. According to the report, the Pakistan Cricket Board (PCB) officials will hold meetings with Rizwan for […]
Babar Azam resigns as Pakistan captain, says “Want to prioritise my performance”
ISLAMABAD — Pakistan skipper Babar Azam on Tuesday announced that he was stepping down from the white-ball captaincy, saying that it was time for him to focus on his playing role and personal growth. “By stepping down, I will gain clarity moving forward and focus more energy on my game and personal growth, the 29-year-old […]
Mohammad Yousuf resigns from PCB selection committee citing ‘personal reasons’
ISLAMABAD — Former batting maestro Mohammad Yousuf on Sunday announced his resignation from the cricket selection committee, citing “personal reasons”. In March, Pakistan Cricket Board (PCB) Chairman Mohsin Naqvi announced a “reorganised” men’s national selection committee comprising seven members with equal powers. He said that the committee would no longer have a chairman and all […]
Pakistan veteran umpire Aleem Dar to retire at end of 2024-25 domestic season
ISLAMABAD — Aleem Dar, widely regarded as one of the world’s most respected and admired cricket umpires, will retire at the end of the 2024-25 domestic season, concluding a career that has spanned nearly a quarter of a century. A true gentleman both on and off the field, Aleem is also a three-time winner of […]
Pakistan: ICC delegation satisfied over arrangements for Champions Trophy 2025
ISLAMABAD — The International Cricket Council (ICC) delegation called on Chairman Pakistan Cricket Board (PCB) Mohsin Naqvi here to discuss preparations for the ICC Champions Trophy 2025. A detailed discussion on security arrangements for the tournament also took place in the meeting, said a press release. The ICC delegation included ICC Senior Manager Events Sarah […]