Pakistan Cricket Board (PCB) Chairman Syed Mohsin Naqvi announced the window for the 11th edition of the HBL Pakistan Super League (PSL), set to be held from March 26 to May 3 next year across multiple cities. Preparations for the expanded PSL 11 have accelerated, as the league will feature eight teams instead of the previous six. The PCB will …

Pakistan fast bowler Shaheen Shah Afridi had a difficult start to his Big Bash League (BBL) career, being removed from bowling during his debut match for Melbourne Renegades against Brisbane Heat. Afridi bowled 2.4 overs, conceding 43 runs without taking a wicket. His spell included three no-balls and two wides. While he began his second over with three dot balls, …

Former Indian tennis star Sania Mirza has spoken candidly about the mental pressures and emotional challenges athletes face during their careers. In a recent podcast, Mirza said that every athlete experiences periods of stress and anxiety, emphasizing that it is wrong to treat players like robots because they are human and have emotions. She revealed that she herself faced bouts …

WWE legend John Cena officially retired from professional wrestling after his final match at Saturday Night’s Main Event in Washington DC, officials and eyewitnesses confirmed. The 17-time world champion faced Austria’s star wrestler Gunther in a thrilling contest that kept the packed stadium on edge. Both wrestlers delivered an evenly matched performance, but Cena ultimately tapped out under Gunther’s sustained …

The Pakistan Cricket Board (PCB) has decided to begin the search for a permanent head coach for the national Test team, officials said on Friday. Sources indicated that the board will soon start the process to identify a suitable candidate for the red-ball format, following the interim appointment of Azhar Mahmood during the home Test series against South Africa. The …

Former Pakistan fast bowler Shoaib Akhtar has joined the Bangladesh Premier League (BPL) as a mentor for the Dhaka Capitals, officials confirmed on Friday. Akhtar will guide the team in his role as mentor, providing expertise and support to players during the tournament. The 2025 edition of the BPL is set to begin on Friday, December 26. A number of …

Azhar Mahmood’s brief stint as head coach of Pakistan’s Test cricket team has come to an end, officials confirmed on Friday. Mahmood, who earned around Rs7.5 million per month, served only for a single series against South Africa. The British citizen and former all-rounder had a long-standing contract with the Pakistan Cricket Board (PCB). He had previously been promised the …

The Indian Premier League (IPL) has seen a 20 percent drop in its commercial value in 2025, falling to $9.6 billion from $12 billion in 2024, according to reports by Brand Finance and The Economic Times. Analysts attribute the decline to regional geopolitical tensions and uncertainties surrounding the upcoming IPL auction. The reports noted that security concerns during the conflict …

The Pakistan Cricket Board (PCB) has announced a one-week extension for the auction of two new teams for the 11th season of the Pakistan Super League (PSL). The auction is now scheduled to take place on December 22, 2025. PCB Chairman Mohsin Naqvi shared the update on social media platform X, stating that the extension is in response to the …

Pakistan suffered a 7-3 defeat against the Netherlands in their third match of the Hockey Pro League in Santiago, Argentina. Pakistan’s goals came from Mohammad Sufyan Khan, who scored twice from penalty corners in the 39th and 59th minutes, and Rana Waheed Ashraf, who netted a goal in the 55th minute. For the Netherlands, Thierry and Gieus scored two goals …

Pakistan’s rising tennis star, Muhammad Shayan Afridi, opened his campaign at the prestigious Junior Orange Bowl International Tennis Championships with a thrilling first-round victory in the 12-and-under category. Shayan fought for 3 hours and 20 minutes against American opponent David Llovera, eventually winning the match 6-4, 4-6, 6-4. The win highlighted his stamina and competitive spirit on the international stage. …

Pakistan’s hockey team suffered a narrow 3-2 defeat against host Argentina in their second match of the ongoing Pro Hockey League in Argentina. In a thrilling encounter, Pakistan opened the scoring in the 36th minute through captain Imad Butt, followed by a goal from Rana Waleed in the 45th minute. Argentina responded with goals from Tomas, Nicolas, and Maika, ultimately …

Pakistan launched their U19 Asia Cup campaign with a commanding victory, defeating Malaysia by 297 runs in a one-sided Group A match in Dubai. Chasing a daunting target of 346, the Malaysian batting lineup crumbled for just 48 runs, with no player reaching double figures. Captain Diaz Petro and Muhammad Akram top-scored with 9 runs each. For Pakistan, Ali Raza …

Defending champions Pakistan Army dominated the boxing competitions at the 35th National Games, securing a total of 12 gold medals across men’s and women’s categories. The Army’s stellar performance earned them the overall trophy. In the men’s events, Pakistan Army claimed five golds and four silvers, while the women’s team won seven golds and one silver, placing the Army firmly …

Pakistan Super League (PSL) is expanding its outreach in the United States as its management prepares to stage a major road show in New York on December 13. The move comes soon after the league held a well-received promotional event in London last week, which drew investors and cricket followers from across the UK. According to the Pakistan Cricket Board …

Dr Sohail Saleem, former head of the PCB Medical Panel, has been appointed Chief Executive Officer of the Pakistan Anti-Doping Board (PADB), a move aimed at strengthening the country’s anti-doping system. According to the official appointment notification, Dr Saleem will lead the national body responsible for ensuring clean and transparent sports. He said the government had entrusted him with an …

Preparations for the ICC T20 World Cup 2026 have entered the final stage, with full member teams locking in their last fixtures before the global event kicks off on February 7 in India and Sri Lanka. With the tournament now weeks away, no full member side is expected to add any further bilateral series to its schedule. Pakistan will feature …

Pakistan’s senior tennis players Rashid Malik and Khurram Imtiaz clinched singles titles at the ITF World Masters Tour MT200 in Khao Lak, Thailand, underscoring their continued strength on the international circuit. The tournament was hosted at the Robinson Hotel courts and featured seasoned competitors from several countries. In the Men’s Singles 60+ final, Rashid Malik overpowered Switzerland’s Hannes Aeberhard with …

Pakistan’s young tennis talents are in Miami, Florida, representing the country at the Junior Orange Bowl International Championships, one of the world’s most prestigious junior tennis competitions, taking place from December 12 to 17. Shayan Afridi earned direct entry into the 12-and-under main draw, while Rashid Ali received a main-draw wildcard from the Asian Tennis Federation in recognition of his …

The Pakistan Cricket Board (PCB) has issued No Objection Certificates (NOCs) to nine national cricketers for participation in the upcoming Bangladesh Premier League (BPL). The updated NOC list allows these players to compete in the tournament until 23 January 2026. The players cleared for the league include prominent names such as Mohammad Nawaz, Faheem Ashraf, and Sahibzada Farhan. Other cricketers …

The Pakistan Super League (PSL) hosted a highly successful roadshow at the historic Lord’s Cricket Ground, attracting cricket fans, business leaders, investors, and media representatives from around the world. Officials from the Pakistan Cricket Board (PCB) briefed attendees on the league’s achievements, future plans, and efforts to expand the PSL globally. The roadshow also highlighted the league’s digital streaming, sponsorships, …

The Pakistan Women’s Football Team has been officially included in the FIFA Women’s Series for the first time, the Pakistan Football Federation (PFF) announced on Wednesday. According to the PFF, FIFA’s approval recognizes the growing development of women’s football in Pakistan and marks the beginning of a new era for the national team. The inclusion will allow Pakistani players to …

Defending champions Pakistan Army continued their dominance at the 35th National Games in Karachi, securing victories across multiple events, officials said. In the women’s squash team event, Pakistan Army defeated Khyber Pakhtunkhwa 2-1 in the final to claim the gold medal. Army’s Faiza Zafar defeated Saharish Ali 3-0, while Khyber Pakhtunkhwa’s Mahnoor Ali beat Sana Bahadur 3-0. Army’s Zainab Khan …

The media rights for the 2026 ICC Men’s T20 World Cup are under threat, with the International Cricket Council (ICC) now seeking a new broadcaster, sources said. Reliance Industries’ JioStar, which holds India’s media rights for ICC events, informed the ICC that it will not be able to fulfil the remaining two years of its four-year agreement. The company cited …

WAPDA athletes Samiullah Khan and Faiqa Riaz have been declared Pakistan’s fastest man and woman, respectively, after an intense 100-meter race at the National Games on Tuesday. In the men’s 100-meter final, Samiullah Khan crossed the finish line in 10.30 seconds, clinching the title of Pakistan’s fastest male athlete. Army’s Usman and Rashid Riaz took the silver and bronze medals. …

A reconnaissance team from Cricket Australia has arrived in Lahore to assess arrangements ahead of the Australian team’s upcoming tour of Pakistan, sources said. The team will review key venues, including Qaddafi Stadium, the National Cricket Academy (NCA), and the LCCA Ground. During their visit, the PCB and security officials will provide briefings on facilities and safety measures. The Australian …

The Pakistan Cricket Board (PCB) has announced plans to hold Pakistan Super League (PSL) matches in Muzaffarabad, Azad Jammu and Kashmir, officials said. The announcement was made by PCB Chairman Mohsin Naqvi during a PSL roadshow at Lord’s Cricket Ground in London. Naqvi said that the Muzaffarabad Cricket Stadium would be upgraded to host PSL matches in top-notch conditions. He …

The Pakistan Super League (PSL) hosted a roadshow at the historic Lord’s cricket ground in London to promote the league and attract new investment. The event highlighted the PSL’s vision, commercial model, and future strategies, aiming to expand its global presence. Recognized as one of the most searched sports events on Google, the PSL has also gained significant popularity in …

Australia defeated England by 8 wickets in the second Ashes Test at Brisbane, taking a 2-0 lead in the series. The victory also keeps Australia undefeated in the 2025–27 World Test Championship, having won all five matches of the new cycle so far. England, after suffering consecutive defeats, has dropped to seventh position in the championship standings. The third Ashes …

Pakistan WAPDA’s Noreen Fatima claimed gold in the women’s high jump at the 35th National Games, clearing a height of 1.53 meters. In the same event, Amtal from HEC took silver, while Urooj from Pakistan Army secured the bronze medal. In the men’s 5,000-meter race, Muhammad Akhtar of Pakistan Army won gold with a timing of 14 minutes 36.41 seconds. …

Olympic record-holder and gold medalist Arshad Nadeem continued his dominance in javelin throw by winning gold at the 35th National Games in Karachi. Representing Pakistan WAPDA, Arshad threw a distance of 81.81 meters, securing a clear lead over his competitors. His closest rival, Yasir Sultan, also from Pakistan WAPDA and silver medalist at the Islamic Solidarity Games, claimed silver with …

Australia wrapped up the second Ashes Test with an emphatic win over England on the fourth day at the Gabba, chasing a modest target of 65 runs to take the match by eight wickets. England resumed their second innings at 134 for 6, still 43 runs short of making Australia bat again. Captain Ben Stokes and Will Jacks kept England …

Pakistan’s star javelin thrower Arshad Nadeem is set to compete in the National Games on Monday, as the multi-sport event continues in Karachi. Nadeem, who previously delivered a ceremonial throw during the opening ceremony in front of chief guest Bilawal Bhutto-Zardari, will represent WAPDA in the javelin throw event scheduled to begin at 11:45 am. The Olympian has been in …

Pakistan’s T20 captain Salman Ali Agha believes the national squad does not require any major changes ahead of the 2026 ICC T20 World Cup, expressing confidence in the team’s current form and combination. Speaking in the 67th episode of the PCB Podcast, Salman discussed his journey to the national leadership role, his captaincy experience, and preparations for the crucial 2026 …

Australia created a rare piece of cricket history during the second Ashes Test at the Gabba, becoming only the third Australian side and the first in Ashes history to see all eleven batters reach double figures in a single Test innings. In response to England’s first-innings total of 334, Australia piled up 511 runs. Remarkably, every player contributed at least …

Pakistan opener Fakhar Zaman has been fined and given a demerit point for breaching the ICC Code of Conduct during the recent tri-series final against Sri Lanka. According to the International Cricket Council (ICC), Zaman was fined 10% of his match fee and received one demerit point—his first offense in the past 24 months. The incident occurred in the 19th …

Women tennis players continue to out-earn their peers in other sports, with Coco Gauff topping the list of highest-earning female athletes for 2025. According to U.S. media reports, Gauff earned $31 million this year, including $8 million in prize money and $23 million from sponsorships and endorsements. This marks her third consecutive year as the highest-paid female athlete. Season number-one …

The International Cricket Council (ICC) has announced the nominees for Men’s and Women’s Player of the Month for November, highlighting the impact of spinners and all-rounders in recent matches. For the men’s category, South Africa’s experienced spinner Simon Harmer, Bangladesh left-arm spinner Tej Islam, and Pakistan all-rounder Mohammad Nawaz have been nominated. Harmer and Tej Islam played key roles in …

Inspector Aram Khan of Rawalpindi Police secured an international triumph by defeating Indian weightlifter Sapna to claim gold at the World Powerlifting Championship 2025 held in Sri Lanka, officials said. Khan earned two gold medals in total, including a victory in the deadlift event, highlighting her dominance in the sport. Upon her return to Rawalpindi Police Lines, Aram Khan received …

Pakistan’s T20 captain Salman Ali Agha is expected to remain at the helm through the T20 World Cup 2026, following impressive performances and strong leadership that have won the confidence of tea management, officials said. Sources indicated that the team’s fighting spirit under Agha has particularly impressed selectors and officials, who noted that players are more unified and committed on …