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
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
The Pakistani all-rounder’s exceptional figures of 4 for 24 from four overs at Manuka Oval dismantled Brisbane Heat’s chase of 194, ending their hopes of repeating the record-breaking 258-run pursuit they achieved earlier in the week. The victory provides crucial relief for Thunder after opening the season with consecutive defeats. Shadab’s Match-Winning Spell Shadab Khan … Read more
The registration window, which closes on January 20, 2026, invites foreign players and their representatives to submit details for consideration in PSL 11’s central player pool. The expanded league format growing from six to eight franchises means additional squad spots and increased earning potential for international players seeking to participate in one of cricket’s premier … Read more
Azhar Mahmood was appointed acting head coach in June 2024 with his contract initially scheduled to run until March 2026. However, with no Tests scheduled until Pakistan’s away series in Bangladesh in March-April next year, both parties agreed to terminate the arrangement now rather than maintain it through an extended period of inactivity. Brief Tenure … 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