Pakistan has unveiled a formidable 17-member squad for the upcoming two-match Test series against Bangladesh. The series, scheduled to be played in August, is a crucial part of the World Test Championship cycle. A significant development in the squad announcement is the appointment of Saud Shakeel as the new vice-captain. …
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Afghanistan international cricketer Ihsanullah Jannat has been handed a five-year ban from all forms of cricket for match-fixing. The Afghanistan Cricket Board (ACB) announced the decision on Wednesday, stating that Jannat had breached the ICC Anti-Corruption Code during the second season of the Kabul Premier League. The batter admitted to …
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The Pakistan Cricket Board (PCB) has announced that the Pakistan Super League (PSL) 2025 will be held from April 10 to May 25, creating a direct clash with the Indian Premier League (IPL). This scheduling conflict is primarily due to the upcoming Champions Trophy, for which Pakistan has to prepare …
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Bangladesh’s preparations for their crucial Test series against Pakistan have been thrown into disarray due to the imposition of an indefinite curfew in the country. The political unrest has severely impacted the cricket team’s training schedule, casting doubt over their ability to prepare adequately for the tour. The Tigers are …
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Sri Lanka has been dealt a significant blow ahead of the ODI series against India with the loss of two key pacers, Dilshan Madushanka and Matheesha Pathirana, to injuries. Madushanka suffered a Grade 2 hamstring injury during a fielding practice session, while Pathirana sustained a shoulder sprain while diving for …
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Sunrisers Hyderabad (SRH) CEO Kavya Maran has called for stringent measures against players who withdraw from the Indian Premier League (IPL) without a valid reason. The issue of players backing out of the IPL after being picked at the auction has been a growing concern for franchises. Maran highlighted the …
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The Bangladesh Cricket Board (BCB) has requested a security consultant from the government to accompany the team during their upcoming tour of Pakistan. Despite receiving assurances from the Pakistan Cricket Board (PCB) regarding state-level security, the BCB is taking no chances. The decision comes amid ongoing concerns about the security …
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Pakistan all-rounder Aamer Jamal has stirred controversy by suggesting that captain Babar Azam adopts a defensive approach to leadership. The criticism comes on the heels of Pakistan’s disappointing performance in the T20 World Cup 2024, where they failed to qualify for the Super 8 stage. Jamal drew a stark contrast …
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The upcoming meeting between the BCCI and IPL franchise owners is set to be a tense affair, with the issue of foreign players’ commitment to the league taking center stage. Franchises are growing increasingly frustrated with the behavior of certain overseas players who have a history of withdrawing from the …
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England’s batting maestro Joe Root has once again ascended to the pinnacle of Test cricket, reclaiming the top spot in the ICC Test Batting Rankings. His match-winning innings of 87 in the first Test against West Indies propelled him past Kane Williamson to regain the coveted number one position. Root’s …
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The BCCI has issued a strong response to Pakistan’s threat to boycott the 2026 T20 World Cup if India doesn’t participate in the 2025 Champions Trophy in Pakistan. BCCI vice-president Rajiv Shukla has made it clear that the decision to send the Indian team to Pakistan lies solely with the …
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A new chapter in Afghanistan cricket is set to unfold as they prepare to host South Africa for their first-ever bilateral ODI series. The three-match series will be played in Sharjah from September 18 to 22, marking a significant milestone for the rapidly rising cricketing nation. Afghanistan’s consistent performances in …
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