The series, scheduled ahead of Australia’s tour to South Africa in September-October 2026, will be played in Harare and possibly Bulawayo. The flagship 10,000-seat stadium at Victoria Falls is unlikely to be ready in time for the visit. The matches represent important preparation for both nations ahead of the 2027 World Cup in southern Africa, … Read more
The landmark agreement was formally signed by Sumair Ahmad Syed, Chief Operating Officer of the PCB, and Maria Lorena Haz Paz, President of the Italian Cricket Federation (FCRI). The partnership represents a significant expansion of Pakistan’s cricket diplomacy efforts and marks an important milestone for Italian cricket as the nation seeks to establish itself within … Read more
According to former Pakistan captain Salman Butt, PCB Chairman Mohsin Naqvi personally announced the generous incentive to recognize the young team’s outstanding tournament performance. The decision represents a significant shift in how Pakistan values and rewards its developmental squads, signaling growing investment in nurturing the next generation of cricket talent. The Pakistan Shaheens’ Asia Cup … Read more
Pakistan cricket received a significant boost in the latest ICC Player ODI Rankings, with multiple national stars making substantial gains following their commanding series whitewash against Sri Lanka. The rankings update brought positive news across both batting and bowling departments, headlined by leg-spinner Abrar Ahmed’s historic breakthrough into the top 10 bowlers and Babar Azam’s … Read more
India’s humiliating defeat to South Africa in the opening Test at Eden Gardens has exposed a troubling vulnerability: their batters’ struggles against quality spin bowling on the very turning tracks they’ve long prepared to suit their own strengths. The shocking collapse bundled out for just 93 while chasing a modest 124 for victory represents more … Read more
Pakistan secured a comprehensive 3-0 series whitewash over Sri Lanka with a comfortable six-wicket victory in Rawalpindi, as Mohammad Wasim’s three wicket haul restricted the visitors to 211 before Fakhar Zaman’s half-century guided the hosts to victory with 5.2 overs remaining. The result caps a dominant series performance from Pakistan, who outplayed Sri Lanka across … Read more
After a 17-year absence, international cricket has returned to Faisalabad as the historic Iqbal Cricket Stadium hosted the first ODI between Pakistan and South Africa, marking an emotional homecoming for one of Pakistan’s most passionate cricket cities. The resumption of international fixtures in Faisalabad represents more than just another venue addition to Pakistan’s cricket calendar … Read more
The Pakistan Super League is poised for its first expansion since 2017, with the Pakistan Cricket Board confirming completion of independent valuation reports for two new franchises and revealing six candidate cities from which the teams will emerge. This development represents the most concrete progress toward PSL expansion in years, transforming what had been speculation … Read more
Cricket South Africa has announced that uncapped batsman Rubin Hermann will join the squad for the remainder of the ODI series against Pakistan, replacing the injured Dewald Brevis who was ruled out due to a shoulder strain. The 28-year-old’s call-up provides South Africa with an experienced domestic performer as they attempt to recover from their … Read more
The 22-year-old right-hander, considered one of South Africa’s brightest white-ball prospects, has been sidelined with a low-grade shoulder muscle strain suffered on the eve of the series. Team management confirmed the decision to rest Brevis is precautionary, designed to prevent aggravation of the injury ahead of a congested international schedule that includes a crucial Test … Read more