Babar Azam will not feature in the remainder of the Big Bash League finals, with Sydney Sixers announcing the Pakistan star has been recalled for national team camp duties. The announcement came Thursday, just over 24 hours before Sixers’ Challenger final against Hobart Hurricanes at the SCG. The timing leaves Sydney without their marquee international … Read more
The Pakistan Super League will move to an auction-based recruitment system, scrapping the draft model it has used since its inception a decade ago in the most significant structural reform in the league’s history.After months of uncertainty and contention between franchises and the league regarding player recruitment, the PCB determined a complete overhaul was required. … Read more
Joburg Super Kings captain Faf du Plessis has been ruled out for the remainder of the SA20 2026 season after sustaining a right thumb ligament tear that will require surgery. The injury occurred during JSK’s match against MI Cape Town on Saturday when du Plessis jammed his thumb into the ground while fielding in the … Read more
Pakistan captain Salman Ali Agha produced a blistering assault in the third T20I against Sri Lanka, setting a rare record for the highest strike rate by a captain in T20 international cricket. Despite Pakistan falling short by 14 runs in their chase of 198 at Dambulla, Agha’s explosive cameo of 45 off just 12 balls … Read more
Sources indicate the decision to fast-track the sale stems from strong investor interest expressed during the recent Hyderabad and Sialkot franchise auctions. The PCB reportedly received signals that potential buyers were keen not just on expansion teams but also on acquiring the established Multan Sultans franchise, prompting the board to capitalize on heightened market demand. … Read more
Sources close to PSL draft discussions suggest Sialkot is seriously considering Rizwan not just as a marquee player but potentially as captain as the franchise builds its core squad for the expanded 2026 season. The scenario would represent a dramatic shift for one of Pakistan’s most successful franchise partnerships, with Rizwan having captained Multan to … Read more
The Pakistan Super League 2027 opening ceremony is planned to be held at Islamabad’s new state-of-the-art cricket stadium, according to the Capital Development Authority, with construction expected to be completed this year. The CDA confirmed that hosting the PSL 2027 opening ceremony represents a primary focus for the venue, with multiple PSL matches also scheduled … Read more
Babar Azam has established himself as the defining batsman of the current era, topping international cricket’s run-scoring charts from 2020 to 2025 with a staggering 8,825 runs across all formats. The Pakistan star’s remarkable aggregate over this six-year period places him clear at the summit, ahead of some of cricket’s greatest contemporary batsmen including Joe … Read more
According to Moroccan outlet Le Desk, FIFA has been highly impressed by Morocco’s delivery and organizational capabilities during AFCON 2025, further cementing the North African nation’s reputation as a reliable host for major international football events. While a final decision has not been officially announced, the momentum appears to favor Morocco’s bid for the prestigious … Read more
The squad retains Aiden Markram as captain and features a blend of explosive batting, all-round depth, and a potent pace attack supplemented by quality spin options. With the tournament scheduled across Sri Lanka and India from February 7 to March 8, 2026, South Africa has selected a squad designed to handle subcontinental conditions while maintaining … Read more