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 left-arm quick finished with dismal figures of 0 for 43 from just 2.4 overs, including three no-balls and two wides, after being taken out of the attack in the 18th over for bowling two consecutive waist-high full tosses deliveries ruled dangerous under cricket’s safety regulations. Removed for Dangerous Bowling The incident occurred in the … Read more
South Africa posted an imposing 213 for 4 before their new-ball bowlers exploited early conditions brilliantly to reduce India to 32 for 3, effectively ending the contest. Despite Tilak Varma’s fluent 62, India were bowled out for 162 with five balls remaining, as South Africa bounced back emphatically after losing the series opener in Cuttack. … Read more
Speaking during a virtual media session from Sydney, where he represents the Sydney Thunder, Shadab expressed excitement about the unprecedented number of Pakistani stars competing in this BBL season. His comments highlight how the league has become an important platform for Pakistani cricketers seeking international exposure and competitive opportunities outside their home circuit. Historic Pakistani … Read more
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
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
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