New Zealand has officially announced its cricket calendar for the upcoming year, with Pakistan set to tour the country in March and April 2025. The Pakistan cricket team will engage in a thrilling series comprising five T20 Internationals (T20Is) and three One Day Internationals (ODIs) during their visit. The tour will kick off with the T20I series, beginning on March …

The International Cricket Council (ICC) is expected to send another of its delegations to Pakistan for review of the preparations for the forthcoming Champions Trophy slated to happen in the country next year in February. According to details, the event managers will be part of the event inspection team, which is likely to visit in September-October. Sources divulged the ICC …

The chairman of the Pakistan Cricket Board (PCB), Mohsin Naqvi, chaired a crucial three-hour meeting on Monday to address the performance and discipline of the Pakistan cricket team. The meeting resulted in several key decisions aimed at enhancing the team’s performance and unity. Naqvi emphasized the importance of team cohesion and discipline, stating unequivocally that there will be no tolerance …

Amidst the splendour of Paris and the passion surrounding K-pop sensation BTS, Jin, the eldest member of the group, emerged as a central figure during the Paris Summer Olympics torch relay. On Sunday evening, Jin undertook the prestigious role of torch-bearer near the esteemed Louvre Museum, marking a poignant occasion following his recent completion of mandatory military service in South …

Pakistan white-ball coach Gary Kirsten has returned South Africa following his seven-day stay in Lahore. According to details, Pakistan Cricket Board (PCB) Chairman Syed Mohsin Raza Naqvi had summoned Kirsten for discussions and submission of the reports following Pakistan’s underwhelming performance in the recently held T20 World Cup 2024 held in the Caribbean and United States. Sources divulged that the meeting …

In a move to manage workload of national cricket team players, Pakistan Cricket Board (PCB) has reportedly denied the No Objection Certificate (NOC) to fast bowler Naseem Shah to play The Hundred cricket league, on Saturday, citing sources. The PCB decision to deny the NOC will deprive the fast bowler of around Rs 45 million as he was signed by …

The Pakistan Cricket Board (PCB) is in talks for the central contracts of national cricketers. Meetings with the international department and selectors are underway in Lahore to discuss changes in the financial model and compensation structure. Currently, Category A players get around Rs 6.1 million per month. The proposed changes suggest reducing this to Rs 4.5. Adjustments in monthly allowance …

Saudi Arabia will host the inaugural Olympics Esports Games in 2025, the International Olympic Committee (IOC) announced on Saturday. According to Saudi Press Agency (SPA), the IOC said the partnership with the Saudi National Olympic Committee would be 12 years. The agreement is an extension of the series of various global tournaments that Saudi Arabia has recently succeeded in hosting, …

The Board of Control for Cricket in India (BCCI) vice-president Rajeev Shukla has quashed rumours of the Indian cricket team not travelling to Pakistan to participate in the Champions Trophy 2025 Earlier, Indian media claimed that the BCCI won’t send its team to Pakistan for the ICC Champions Trophy 2025 and will ask the International Cricket Council to hold its …

England wrapped up a comfortable win by an innings and 114 runs over West Indies in the first test at Lord’s on Friday, with James Anderson taking a wicket on the third day as he brought down the curtain on his stellar international career. Anderson looked uncharacteristically emotional before the start of play as he walked out to a guard …

The Champions Trophy 2025 is likely to be held in a hybrid model in February-March as India is ‘unlikely’ to travel to Pakistan for the mega event, the Indian media outlet reported, quoting sources knowing the development. India have not played bilateral cricket with Pakistan since the 2012-13 season and has not traveled to Pakistan since 2008. Pakistan have the …

Pakistan fast bowler Shaheen Shah Afridi had allegedly misbehaved with the coaches during the recently held T20 World Cup 2024 and other tours of Ireland, England. According to details, the report surfaced in line with the removal of senior manager Wahab Riaz and manager Mansoor Rana following the debacle. The coaches had raised the question about the “seriousness of some …

Samina Baig, a prominent young Pakistani mountaineer, has been transferred to Combined Military Hospital (CMH) Rawalpindi from Skardu via a special C130 flight. The Pakistan Army facilitated her rescue on July 7 due to health complications during an international climbing mission. Baig is currently under intensive care at CMH Rawalpindi, where a team of Pakistan Army doctors and paramedical staff …

Legendary wrestler John Cena – an iconic figure in the world of professional wrestling has announced his retirement from World Wrestling Entertainment (WWE) after a remarkable career spanning over 23 years. The announcement came as a surprise during Saturday’s Money in the Bank event held in Toronto, Canada. Cena, known for his trademark entrance music “Your Time is Up, My …

BEIJING: Chinese Super League club Beijing Guoan announced on Monday that their defender Li Lei sustained an ankle injury in a recent game. Li suffered a sprain to his left ankle after being kicked by an opposing player during Beijing Guoan’s 2-1 loss to Wuhan Three Towns on Sunday, the club said in a statement. The defender was taken off …

World Championship of Legends sold out entire tickets for the highly anticipated match between Pakistan Champions and India Champions, the thrilling clash of the tournament. The tournament, approved by the England and Wales Cricket Board (ECB), started at Edgbaston in Birmingham on July 3 and will continue until July 18. This event brings together retired cricket legends from around the …

The Pakistan Cricket Board (PCB) has announced the details of the upcoming home international season, which includes a tri-nation One Day International (ODI) series. This series, marking a return after 21 years, will feature the national teams of South Africa and New Zealand alongside the host nation, Pakistan. The tri-nation ODI series is scheduled to take place in February, with …

The Pakistan Cricket Board (PCB) is in advanced discussions with several former star cricketers for mentorship roles. Sources privy to the matter said that the PCB has contacted Shoaib Akhtar, Shoaib Malik, Waqar Younis, Moin Khan, Inzamam-ul-Haq, Mushtaq Ahmed, Younis Khan, Saqlain Mushtaq, and Misbah-ul-Haq as part of its initiative to enhance the national team’s performance. The final decision will …

Pakistan team’s Head Coach Gary Kirsten has ‘submitted’ his report on the Green Shirts’ poor performance during the T20 World Cup 2024, on Wednesday, citing sources. According to sources, Gary Kirsten has sent the report to Pakistan Cricket Board (PCB) Chairman Mohsin Naqvi. Naqvi is assessing the report shared by Kirsten, which details the reasons behind Pakistan team’s poor performance …

Cricket Australia chief executive Nick Hockley expressed interest in hosting an India vs Pakistan bilateral series in Australia. India vs Pakistan bilateral series has not been played since 2012-13 as both teams only meet at global ICC events. “If we can play a role in helping and facilitating the India vs Pakistan bilateral series, we would be more than happy …

Pakistan has been included among the qualifying teams for the World Cup 2026, the International Cricket Council said. The list of the qualifying teams for the T20 World Cup 2026 has been published. “Pakistan qualified directly for World Cup 2026 based on better ranking,” ICC said. The International Cricket Council (ICC) 12 teams qualified directly for the T20 World Cup …

Pakistan Cricket Board (PCB) Chairman approved introducing the Yo-Yo fitness test for players’ selection in the team. PCB Chairman Mohsin Naqvi approved team selection including regional contracts has been made subject to fitness tests. Test, international and national cricketers must pass all fitness tests including the Yo-Yo test and athletes will also have to pass the push-ups test along with …

Pakistan’s Atif Butt emerged victorious in his first ever Tekken 8 tournament held at the prestigious CEO 2024 on Sunday in Daytona Beach, Florida. We made it to the Esports World Cup with winning my first ever Tekken 8 tournament CEO! See you all in Riyadh! Atif defeated Keisuke by a score of 2-0 in the semi-final and Doujin by …

NEW DELHI: The Board of Control for Cricket in India (BCCI) announced on Sunday a monetary award of 1.25 billion Indian Rupees (about 15 million U.S. dollars) for the country’s cricket team for winning the International Cricket Council (ICC) Men’s T20 World Cup. The World Cup tournament, organized by the ICC, was co-hosted by the U.S. and the West Indies. …

After Virat Kohli and Rohit Sharma, India all-rounder Ravindra Jadeja has also announced his retirement from Twenty20 internationals (T20Is) after his team defeated South Africa to win the T20 World Cup 2024. Jadeja, who became the third senior cricketer to retire from T20 internationals at the end of T20 World Cup 2024, announced his retirement from the format through a …

The 21-year-old, who comes from a military family, is the first Pakistani woman to qualify for Olympic shooting. Slowing her breath and focusing on a bullseye in her pistol’s sights, Kishmala Talat is aiming to become the first woman from Pakistan to win an Olympic medal. At the Paris 2024 Olympics starting on July 26, Talat will compete in the …

Cricket sensation Waseem Junior – known for his electrifying performances on the field – has embarked on a new chapter in his life by solemnizing his Nikkah. Waseem Junior, a dynamic player who has not only graced international cricket representing Pakistan but has also captured the hearts of millions in the Pakistan Super League (PSL), took to social media to …

The 1992 ODI World Cup winner player Inzamam-ul-Haq has raised allegations on the unusual reverse swing achieved by left-arm pacer Arshdeep Singh, who returned for his second spell in the 16th over. “When Arshdeep Singh was bowling the 15th over (16th), he was getting reverse swing. With a (relatively) new ball, is it too early to get a reverse swing? …

FIFA World Cup short video streaming platform Instagram used Pakistani folk singer Arif Lohar’s sensational song ‘Aa’ to celebrate and wish football legend Messi. Folk singer Arif Lohar also acknowledged the FIFA celebration of Messi’s birthday by highlighting the post on his Instagram status as well. Arif Lohar is a son of Punjabi legendry folk singer Alam Lohar, who changed …

Pakistani cricket team captain Babar Azam has returned home following the team’s early exit from the T20 World Cup. Azam arrived in Lahore via Dubai after spending some time in the United States. Sources indicate that Babar Azam is scheduled to meet with Pakistan Cricket Board (PCB) Chairman Mohsin Naqvi in the coming days. The meeting is expected to address …

Mohsin Naqvi, the chairman of the Pakistan Cricket Board (PCB), has announced a series of pivotal decisions aimed at revitalizing the domestic cricket structure in the country. These measures are expected to strengthen the domestic cricket system, enhance coaching standards, promote talent development, and bridge the gap between domestic and international cricket levels. Mohsin Naqvi emphasized the need to strengthen …

Pakistan national cricket team captain, Babar Azam, has filed a defamation lawsuit against senior anchor Mubasher Luqman. Sources indicate that the star batsman took this legal step after consulting with his legal team, responding to what he claims are baseless allegations made by the anchor. The legal notice, sent by Babar Azam, demands compensation of Rs 1 billion from Luqman. …

Former Pakistani cricketer and coach Azhar Mahmood strongly condemned the false allegations being spread about his team following Pakistan’s disappointing exit from the T20 World Cup. He announced his plans to take legal action against those responsible for disseminating misinformation, emphasizing that such behavior for personal gain is unacceptable and harmful. Earlier, the accusations that the families of players and …

A donkey cart race was organized in Karachi in which more than 40 donkey carts participated that took place from ICI Flyover to Karachi’s Commissioner House. Commissioner Karachi said that the first event of the sports festival has taken place. Karachi Mayor Karachi Murtaza Wahab while talking to the media said that the event was organized for the poor people …

New Zealand’s Kane Williamson has stepped down as captain of the white-ball teams and opted out of a national contract for the 2024/25 season following the Kiwis’ shock exit from the T20 World Cup. Despite stepping down as captain, Williamson will continue to play for New Zealand in all three formats. However, he has accepted a contract outside New Zealand …

In the latest update to the ICC Men’s T20I batting rankings, Suryakumar Yadav from India has retained his position at the top with an impressive rating of 837. Yadav, who reached his career-best rating of 910 against New Zealand in Ranchi in 2023, continues to be a dominant force in the T20I format. England’s Phil Salt is holding strong in …

In a historic achievement, Pakistani climber Samar Khan successfully scaled Mount Elbrus, the highest peak in Europe, and descended the peak by snowboarding. Hailing from Khyber Pakhtunkhwa’s Dir district, Samar becomes the first Pakistani to reach the summit of Mount Elbrus, standing tall at 5,642 meters in Russia. With the support of the Frontier Corps North, Khyber Pakhtunkhwa, Khan accomplished …

The Pakistani cricket team’s poor performance in the current T20 World Cup 2024 has drawn harsh criticism from cricket enthusiasts and former players. Thus, Pakistan was knocked out of the competition before the Super 8 round. In a recent video, the former cricket player Ramiz Raja talked about Pakistan’s performance in the games the squad played. Ramiz said “For Pakistan, …

Former Pakistan captain and all-rounder Shahid Afridi has expressed his views regarding the change in captaincy before the T20 World Cup, from Shaheen Afridi to Babar Azam by Pakistan Cricket Board (PCB) Chairman Mohsin Naqvi. Babar, who stepped down as the white-ball captain in November following Pakistan’s disappointing performance in the ICC ODI Cricket World Cup in India, was reinstated …

Pakistan has been eliminated from the T20 World Cup 2024 after inclement weather in Lauderhill meant points were split between Ireland and the USA. USA have qualified for the Super Eight alongside India from Group A, also sealing their berth in the 2026 T20 World Cup. For Pakistan, though, a torrid tournament culminated in a hasty exit under gloomy skies …