Cricket

  • Babar Azam Returns as Pakistan Test Captain for West Indies and England Series

    Babar Azam Returns as Pakistan Test Captain for West Indies and England Series

    Pakistan has announced its squads for the upcoming ICC World Test Championship (WTC) series against the West Indies and England, with Babar Azam returning as the Test captain. The experienced batter replaces Shan Masood, who had led the side in recent Test matches. Babar will captain Pakistan in a two-match Test series against the West…

  • USA Beat Bosnia and Herzegovina 2-0 to Reach FIFA World Cup 2026 Round of 16 Despite Balogun Red Card

    USA Beat Bosnia and Herzegovina 2-0 to Reach FIFA World Cup 2026 Round of 16 Despite Balogun Red Card

    The United States secured a memorable 2-0 victory over Bosnia and Herzegovina on Wednesday to book their place in the Round of 16 of the FIFA World Cup 2026. Despite finishing the match with 10 men following Folarin Balogun’s dismissal, the tournament co-hosts produced a determined display to claim only their second-ever World Cup knockout-stage…

  • Historic Pact: Pakistan and Saudi Arabia to Build State-of-the-Art Cricket Stadium in Jeddah

    Historic Pact: Pakistan and Saudi Arabia to Build State-of-the-Art Cricket Stadium in Jeddah

    JEDDAH/LAHORE: In a historic development for international sports, Pakistan and Saudi Arabia have officially signed a strategic agreement to construct a modern, world-class cricket stadium in Jeddah. According to an official announcement by the Pakistan Cricket Board (PCB) on X (formerly Twitter), the landmark deal was signed by PCB Chairman Mohsin Naqvi and the head…

  • Babar Azam Pays Heartfelt Tribute to Ben Stokes After England Great Announces International Retirement

    Babar Azam Pays Heartfelt Tribute to Ben Stokes After England Great Announces International Retirement

    Pakistan’s star batter Babar Azam has paid a heartfelt tribute to Ben Stokes following the England all rounder’s announcement that he is retiring from international cricket, marking the end of one of the most remarkable careers in modern cricket. Stokes confirmed his decision during England’s third Test against New Zealand at Trent Bridge, bringing an…

  • Hasan Ali stars as Yorkshire edge Derbyshire in Vitality Blast thriller

    Hasan Ali stars as Yorkshire edge Derbyshire in Vitality Blast thriller

    LEEDS: Pakistan pacer Hasan Ali delivered a sensational all round performance to help Yorkshire County Cricket Club secure a thrilling two-wicket victory over Derbyshire County Cricket Club in the ongoing Vitality Blast clash at Headingley on Sunday. Batting first, Derbyshire piled up an impressive 194/4 in their allotted 20 overs, thanks largely to a superb…

  • Virat Kohli open to playing 2027 ODI World Cup if he can ‘add value’

    Virat Kohli open to playing 2027 ODI World Cup if he can ‘add value’

    Indian batting superstar Virat Kohli has revealed that he would consider representing India in the 2027 ODI World Cup if he believes he can still contribute meaningfully to the team. Speaking in a podcast released by his IPL franchise Royal Challengers Bengaluru on Friday, the 37-year-old stressed that his motivation to continue playing depends on…

  • Sarfaraz backs Rizwan despite disappointing outing in Bangladesh Test

    Sarfaraz backs Rizwan despite disappointing outing in Bangladesh Test

    SYLHET: Pakistan red-ball head coach Sarfaraz Ahmed has thrown his support behind senior wicketkeeper-batter Mohammad Rizwan after his underwhelming performance in the opening Test against Bangladesh national cricket team in Mirpur. Rizwan managed scores of 59 and 15 in the match, but Pakistan suffered a 104-run defeat after failing to chase down a 268-run target…

  • Shaheen Afridi targets WTC final as Pakistan gear up for Bangladesh Tests

    Shaheen Afridi targets WTC final as Pakistan gear up for Bangladesh Tests

    MIRPUR: Pakistan’s pace spearhead Shaheen Shah Afridi has set a clear objective for the national side securing a place in the ICC World Test Championship Final emphasizing that consistency throughout a demanding Test calendar will be crucial. Speaking ahead of Pakistan’s upcoming series against Bangladesh national cricket team, the left-arm fast bowler highlighted the importance…

  • Babar Azam ends title drought as Peshawar Zalmi clinch PSL 11 crown

    Babar Azam ends title drought as Peshawar Zalmi clinch PSL 11 crown

    LAHORE: Skipper Babar Azam finally lifted his first major trophy as captain, guiding Peshawar Zalmi to a dominant victory over Hyderabad Kingsmen in the Pakistan Super League (PSL) 11 final. Chasing a modest target of 130, Zalmi completed the job comfortably in 15.3 overs, powered by an unbeaten half-century from Aaron Hardie. The triumph ended…

  • Hunain Shah’s Heroics Seal Final Spot for Hyderabad Kingsmen in PSL 11

    Hunain Shah’s Heroics Seal Final Spot for Hyderabad Kingsmen in PSL 11

    LAHORE: Fast bowler Hunain Shah delivered a match winning performance in the final over to guide Hyderabad Kingsmen to a thrilling victory and a place in the Pakistan Super League (PSL) Season 11 final. Batting first in Eliminator 2, Kingsmen overcame an early setback to post a competitive total of 186/5 in their 20 overs.…