The International Cricket Council (ICC) has announced that Scotland will replace Bangladesh in the 2026 T20 World Cup after the Bangladesh team refused to play in India. Reports indicate that the ICC had recently given the Bangladesh Cricket Board 24 hours to resolve the matter, but when the issue remained unresolved, the governing body took the final decision to include …

The International Cricket Council (ICC) has announced the Super 6 groups, points table, and match schedule for the ICC U19 World Cup 2026, with the highly anticipated India vs Pakistan clash set for February 1. Following the group stage, the top three teams from each pool advance to the Super 6 stage, carrying over points earned against other qualifying teams, …

England’s Derbyshire Falcons have signed Pakistan’s young cricketer Sufiyan Muqeem for the 2026 Vitality Blast, the club announced on Tuesday. The Falcons also confirmed that fellow Pakistani spinner Mohammad Ghazanfar will join the squad. Sufiyan Muqeem will be available for the initial group stage matches, while Ghazanfar is set to feature in the later stages and knockout matches. Muqeem, a …

The Pakistan Cricket Board (PCB) has announced the match officials for the upcoming T20I series between Pakistan and Australia. ICC International Panel match referee Ali Naqvi will serve as the head of the playing control team for all three matches. The second match will mark Ali Naqvi’s 50th match as a T20I referee. He began his T20I refereeing career at …

Pakistan may consider boycotting the T20 World Cup if Bangladesh refuses to play in India, sources say. Bangladesh’s Sports Adviser, Asif Nazrul, is scheduled to meet the national team players today at 2:00 pm Pakistan time to brief them on the government’s official stance. Reports indicate that most Bangladeshi players are in favour of participating in the World Cup. Following …

Former Pakistan captain Babar Azam’s stint in the Big Bash League (BBL) has come to an early end, with Sydney Sixers announcing he will be unavailable for the remaining matches of the season. The Sixers, in a statement on social media, said Babar Azam has been immediately called back to join the Pakistan team camp ahead of upcoming national assignments. …

Three-time world champion Mohammad Asif has won the National Bank Golden Jubilee National Snooker Championship, claiming his fifth national title. The final of the 50th National Snooker Championship was held at the National Bank Sports Complex between Mohammad Asif and Rana Irfan. Despite posting two century breaks, Rana Irfan could not secure victory. The 11-frame final was intense and competitive. …

West Indies’ renowned umpire Chris Taylor is set to officiate in the four-day President Trophy Grade One matches starting Wednesday at the National Stadium. The 45-year-old Taylor, with extensive international and domestic umpiring experience, is visiting Pakistan under the ICC Umpires Exchange Program. He will oversee three first-class matches during the tournament. Originally from Jamaica, Chris Taylor has previously umpired …

The Chief of Army Staff (COAS) National Inter-Club Hockey Championship 2026 kicked off in Muzaffarabad with grandeur. The third edition of the championship will continue from January 20 to January 28, 2026. On the opening day, young and talented players from across the country showcased their skills in competitive matches. The opening ceremony was attended by the Sector Commander of …

The Pakistan Super League’s most expensive franchise has announced the full name of its team. During a press conference, Hamza Majeed, Chairman of the OZ Group, alongside co-owner Kamil Khan and other stakeholders, revealed that the team from Sialkot will be called “Sialkot Stallions.” Hamza Majeed said that the name “Stallions” is more than just a title—it represents Sialkot’s cricketing …

The Pakistan Cricket Board (PCB) has denied knowledge of reports claiming it wrote a letter to the International Cricket Council (ICC) supporting Bangladesh’s stance on skipping matches in India during the T20 World Cup. A PCB spokesperson said the board had no information about any such letter and that the matter came to their attention through media reports. Media reports …

With the start of the new season of the Pakistan Super League (PSL), the possible new categories for local players have been revealed ahead of the players’ auction. According to media sources, the list for PSL 11 shows Islamabad United’s Shadab Khan, Imad Wasim, and Naseem Shah remain in the Platinum category. Sahibzada Farhan is in Gold, while Salman Ali …

Global football superstar Cristiano Ronaldo is reportedly preparing to step into the world of cinema. According to international media, Ronaldo is nearing the milestone of 1,000 career goals. Achieving this feat will make him the only footballer in history to reach the mark. The 40-year-old recently extended his contract with a Saudi club, keeping him active on the football field …

The Pakistan women’s football team has been placed in the Ivory Coast group for the upcoming FIFA Women’s Series 2026, the Pakistan Football Federation (PFF) announced on Tuesday. The FIFA Women’s Series will take place in March and April, with opening matches scheduled in Brazil, Ivory Coast, and Thailand. According to the PFF, Pakistan will face Mauritania (CAF) and the …

Shahid Khokhar has been appointed as the Chief Operating Officer (COO) of the Pakistan Football Federation (PFF), official sources said on Tuesday. According to official sources, the former member of the FIFA Normalization Committee will assume his duties today. The PFF had invited applications for the COO position, and Shahid Khokhar was shortlisted along with three other candidates. Officials said …

Cricket fans will witness two high-profile Pakistan-India clashes on the same day, as both men’s and women’s teams face off in international tournaments. On February 15, Pakistan and India are scheduled to play in the Men’s T20 World Cup as well as the Women’s Asia Cup Rising Stars tournament, the Asian Cricket Council (ACC) confirmed after releasing the women’s tournament …

World No. 4 Novak Djokovic made history at the Australian Open by securing his 100th match victory in the tournament. Djokovic defeated Spain’s Pedro Martinez in straight sets, 6-3, 6-2, 6-2, in a match that lasted just over two hours. Speaking after the match, Djokovic said, “Today’s performance was excellent. I have no complaints. My service was very good.” According …

Fast bowler Haris Rauf will not be included in Pakistan’s 15-member squad for the ICC T20 World Cup, sources said on Tuesday. According to sources, national team head coach Mike Hesson has been reluctant to include Haris Rauf in the T20 setup since the Asia Cup final. The fast bowler has not played a single T20 international for Pakistan since …

The Pakistan Sports Board (PSB) has issued a notice to the Pakistan Hockey Federation (PHF), stating that the scrutiny of hockey clubs will be conducted only under PSB supervision. According to the PSB, the PHF released a schedule for club scrutiny without consultation, which is considered unauthorized and has caused confusion among stakeholders. The PSB emphasized that the scrutiny process …

The Chairman of the Pakistan Cricket Board (PCB), Mohsin Naqvi, has suspended all preparations for the Pakistan cricket team ahead of the T20 World Cup. Sources said the team management will be informed later about the next course of action. They have also been asked to prepare a parallel plan in case the team does not participate in the tournament. …

Australia has announced a 17-member squad for its T20 tour of Pakistan ahead of the ICC T20 World Cup, with several key players ruled out due to fitness concerns. According to Cricket Australia, regular captain Pat Cummins, fast bowler Josh Hazlewood and power-hitter Tim David have been rested as they continue their recovery from injuries. As a result, the trio …

The Pakistan Super League (PSL) has announced major changes to its administrative and player recruitment structure ahead of its 11th edition, introducing an auction-based system for player selection in place of the traditional draft. According to officials, players for PSL 11 will now be selected through an auction, a move aimed at creating more balanced teams while offering players greater …

The government of Pakistan has awarded cash prizes totaling Rs 206.45 million to national athletes for their achievements during the financial year 2024-25, according to documents presented in Parliament. The details reveal that national athlete Arshad Nadeem received Rs 152 million for his performances, while coach Salman Iqbal Butt was awarded Rs 10.6 million. World Snooker Championship winner Muhammad Asif …

Sri Lankan batsman Viran Chamoditha set a new record for the highest individual score in the history of the ICC Under-19 Cricket World Cup, smashing 192 runs against Japan. Chamoditha played a stunning innings off 143 balls at the Namibia Cricket Ground on Saturday, hitting 26 fours and a six. His innings surpassed the previous record of 191 runs set …

Pakistan has assured full support to Bangladesh over the issue of the Bangladeshi cricket team’s reluctance to travel to India, government sources said. According to sources, the Bangladeshi government contacted Pakistan regarding the matter of the Indian team’s participation. Pakistani officials noted that if Bangladesh’s concerns are not addressed, Pakistan may reconsider its participation in the upcoming T20 World Cup. …

The Bangladesh Cricket Board (BCB) has clarified the incident in which the acting Bangladeshi captain did not shake hands with the Indian captain during the Under-19 ICC World Cup toss, calling it an unintentional mistake. According to the BCB, the acting captain, Javad Abrar, did not deliberately snub Indian captain Ayush Mehatre. The board said Abrar’s attention was elsewhere at …

Pakistan’s Ali sisters from Peshawar have continued their remarkable run at the 2026 Junior Open, reaching the semi-finals in the World Squash Federation’s Junior Gold Circuit. According to reports, the trio maintained Pakistan’s winning momentum in the tournament held in Parag, advancing to the final four across different age categories. In the Girls Under-15 event, Mahnoor Ali defeated France’s Elia …

The Pakistan Super League (PSL) is set to introduce a player auction for its 11th edition, according to sources close to the PSL Governing Council. Sources said the PSL Governing Council’s working committee held a late-night meeting where key decisions regarding the auction draft and player retentions were finalized. The committee agreed to implement a player auction system for PSL …

Pakistan’s top batsmen Mohammad Rizwan and Babar Azam have claimed the top two spots on the list of the slowest scorers in the current Big Bash League season, raising eyebrows among fans and analysts. Both players had high expectations from their respective teams, but instead of playing aggressive, hard-hitting cricket, they adopted a more cautious, traditional approach. Mohammad Rizwan leads …

The International Cricket Council (ICC) has released its latest global rankings for T20 and One-Day International (ODI) teams. In T20 cricket, India leads the rankings, followed by Australia in second and England in third place. New Zealand is fourth, South Africa fifth, and the West Indies sixth. Pakistan holds the seventh position, while Sri Lanka, Bangladesh, and Afghanistan are ranked …

The construction of Pakistani cricket star and former captain Babar Azam’s new residence has been completed in DHA Phase Five, one of Lahore’s upscale neighborhoods. The house combines modern and neo-classical architectural styles, drawing attention for its unique design and contemporary amenities. Reports indicate that the residence includes spacious bedrooms, large halls, and a dedicated trophy room showcasing Babar Azam’s …

Afghanistan cricket legend Mohammad Nabi and his son, Hasan Isa Khel, made history by playing together in the same team for the first time in a professional league. The father-son duo represented Noakhali Express in the Bangladesh Premier League (BPL), becoming the first pair to achieve this milestone. In their debut match against Dhaka Capitals in Sylhet, Hasan Isa Khil …

In a rare and surprising decision during the Big Bash League (BBL), wicketkeeper-batsman Mohammad Rizwan was retired out by his own captain for slow batting. The incident occurred during the 33rd match of the 15th edition of the BBL on Monday, when Melbourne Renegades faced Sydney Thunder. Rizwan was at the crease, having scored 26 runs off 23 balls, when …

The Pakistan Cricket Board (PCB) selectors have prepared a preliminary fifteen-member squad for the three-match T20 series against Australia in Lahore and the upcoming ICC T20 World Cup. The official announcement of the national team will be made soon after approval from the PCB chairman, with Salman Ali Agha set to lead the side. Before the World Cup, Pakistan will …

Former Pakistani Test cricketer Mohammad Ilyas has passed away in Lahore, family sources confirmed. The funeral prayer (Namaz-e-Janaza) will be announced at a later date. Mohammad Ilyas had been suffering from liver cancer for several days. Mohammad Ilyas represented Pakistan in ten Test matches and played 82 first-class matches, earning recognition for his skills and contributions to domestic cricket. In …

Anita Karim has made history by becoming Pakistan’s first professional female MMA fighter to win a national title. The Professional MMA League hosted the Infinite Championship in Islamabad, where the 52-kilogram women’s title fight took place. Anita Karim defeated Iran’s Parisa Shamshabadi with a first-round knockout to claim the championship. Hailing from Hunza, Anita Karim has previously achieved notable victories …

The Pakistan Cricket Board (PCB) has decided to immediately sell the Multan Sultans franchise, marking a significant development in the Pakistan Super League (PSL) franchise market. Sources said that after the successful bids for two new PSL teams, PCB officials are now preparing the paperwork and will soon officially announce the auction for Multan Sultans. The board expects to receive …

During a Big Bash League (BBL) match, Australian batsman David Warner criticized Pakistani fast bowler Zaman Khan’s bowling, comparing it to “that of a four-year-old child.” Warner, captain of Sydney Thunder, raised the issue with the umpire during the match against Brisbane Heat, saying that Zaman Khan’s deliveries were unusually low at the release point and appeared more like throws …

Pakistan’s largest women’s race, the Born to Run event, was held at the Sea View beach in Karachi, attracting participants from across the country and abroad. The 5-kilometer race featured women runners from seven countries, alongside participants representing different regions of Pakistan. Top finishers were awarded cash prizes for their performance, highlighting the growing popularity of women’s sports in the …

Pakistan is ready to host Bangladesh’s matches in the ICC T20 World Cup, sources said, amid security concerns that have led Bangladesh to refuse playing in India. The issue arose after threats from extremist groups in India targeted Bangladesh fast bowler Mustafizur Rahman, demanding his removal from the IPL. The Kolkata Knight Riders’ owner, actor Shah Rukh Khan, was reportedly …