In the third T20 international against Australia in Lahore, Pakistan has set a competitive target of 208 runs after winning the toss and electing to bat first at Qaddafi Stadium, according to reports from Jang. The hosts finished on 207 for six, powered by solid half-centuries from Sa‘eem Ayub (56) and Babar Azam (50 not...
The International Cricket Council (ICC) has officially confirmed Bangladesh’s exit from the upcoming T20 World Cup, ending weeks of uncertainty over the team’s participation. The decision follows Bangladesh’s refusal to travel for scheduled matches after the ICC rejected a request to relocate fixtures, citing tournament logistics and adherence to the original hosting plan. Despite last-ditch...
Bangladesh’s hopes of playing in the ICC Men’s T20 World Cup 2026 are hanging by a thread after the International Cricket Council (ICC) rejected their plea to shift matches out of India, leaving the team scrambling for a last-minute solution. The Bangladesh Cricket Board (BCB) president, Aminul Islam, said he is “hoping for a miracle”...
Veteran all-rounder and former Pakistan captain Shoaib Malik has officially announced his retirement from the Pakistan Super League (PSL), bringing an end to a remarkable 10-year journey in the country’s premier T20 competition. Malik shared the news on social media platform X, saying he cherishes every moment and friendship made on and off the field...
American Madison Keys opened her Australian Open title defence with a tense but ultimately successful performance, rallying to beat Ukraine’s Oleksandra Oliynykova 7-6(6), 6-1 in the first round at Melbourne Park on Tuesday. The defending champion looked unusually shaky early, dropping the first four games and committing several double faults before finding her rhythm and...
In a refreshing display of sportsmanship and unity, the captains of Pakistan and India’s women’s futsal teams publicly rejected politics ahead of their match at the SAFF Women’s Futsal Championship in Thailand. Before kick-off, Pakistan skipper Kaynat Bukhari presented a traditional Ajrak to Indian captain Jugneet Chhehan, symbolising respect and camaraderie on the pitch, while both sides...
Pakistan got off the mark in the ICC Under-19 Cricket World Cup 2026, securing a convincing 6-wicket victory over Scotland in their 12th match of the tournament held in Harare, Zimbabwe. Scotland posted a total of 187 runs after batting first, with skipper Thomas Knight scoring 37, supported by Finlay Jones (33) and Ollie Jones...
The Netherlands national cricket team has officially unveiled its 15-member squad for the upcoming ICC Men’s T20 World Cup 2026, scheduled to be held in India and Sri Lanka from February 7 to March 8. Led by captain Scott Edwards, the Dutch squad blends seasoned campaigners with emerging talent as it prepares for a tough...
In a development that has sent shockwaves through the cricket world, India has reportedly rejected visa applications for four American cricketers of Pakistani origin ahead of the ICC Men’s T20 World Cup 2026, raising uncertainty around the USA team’s participation in matches scheduled on Indian soil. The USA squad includes players born in Pakistan, like...
In a major development ahead of the ICC Men’s T20 World Cup 2026, the Bangladesh Cricket Board (BCB) has officially announced that the national cricket team will not travel to India for the tournament under the current circumstances. The decision was made after an emergency board meeting involving 17 directors on January 4, 2026, with the...