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Learn something from Virat: Basit Ali sends bold message to Babar Azam after consecutive flop show in PSL
Islamabad, April 15: After Babar Azam's flop show with the bat continued in the ongoing Pakistan Super League (PSL), former cricketer Basit Ali has urged Pakistan's premier to learn from India's stalwart Virat Kohli
Spinner Usman Tariq reported for suspect bowling action for second time in PSL
Rawalpindi, April 14: Quetta Gladiators off-spinner Usman Tariq has been reported for a suspect bowling action during their clash against Lahore Qalandars at the Rawalpindi Cricket Stadium in the ongoing Pakistan Super League (PSL).
Women's WC Qualifier: Pakistan's Fatima Sana hoping for 'more good things' ahead of WI clash
New Delhi, April 12: Pakistan captain Fatima Sana believes that her best is yet to come after she claimed figures of 4-23 in their six-wicket win over Scotland in the ICC Women's World Cup Qualifier 2025 in Lahore. Hosts Pakistan registered back-to-back wins against Ireland and Scotland to start the tournament on a high.
Pakistan wins two matches in Women's Cricket World Cup Qualifier, captain confident of remaining battles
New Delhi April 12: As the ICC Cricket World Cup Qualifier 2025 nears a critical stage, Pakistan has won two matches and is confident of good performance in the remaining encounters.
'Not even one per cent ashamed that I can't speak English': Mohammad Rizwan
New Delhi, April 12: Pakistan ODI captain Mohammad Rizwan said that he is not ashamed of his poor English speaking skills despite being trolled repeatedly for the same on social media.
Not ashamed that as Pakistan's captain, I cannot speak English: Mohammad Rizwan
Karachi, April 12: Pakistan's white-ball captain Mohammad Rizwan, who has often been subjected to criticism and trolling for his spoken English, gave a fitting reply to his trolls with an honest admission. Rizwan admitted he is not ashamed of his incapacity to speak the language; the only factor he is focused on is the demand from him to play cricket and not speak English.
ICC Women's CWCQ 2025 Day 3: Dominant Pakistan outclass Scotland, West Indies edge past Ireland in thriller
Lahore, April 11: Hosts Pakistan continued their impressive run at the ICC Women's Cricket World Cup 2025 Qualifier, making it two wins in two matches with a convincing victory over Scotland. Meanwhile, the West Indies held their nerve in a last-over thriller to clinch a narrow win against a spirited Ireland side, as per the official website of ICC.
Women's ODI WC Qualifiers: Pakistan and West Indies secure hard-fought victories
Lahore, April 11: Fifties from Muneeba Ali and Aliya Riaz helped Pakistan secure a six-wicket win over Scotland in a rain-affected day in the 2025 Women's ODI World Cup Qualifiers, while West Indies captain Hayley Matthews took another four-wicket haul to help her side beat Ireland by just six runs on Friday.
Rizwan wants more power as Pakistan captain or else will resign, conveys message to PCB
Mumbai, April 9: A few days after Pakistan's debacle in a white-ball tour of New Zealand, skipper Mohammad Rizwan along with star batter Babar Azam is likely to meet Mohsin Naqvi, the chairman of Pakistan Cricket Board (PCB), in the next few days to get clarity on his selection in the T20I format and seeking more power as captain.
Women's ODI WC Qualifiers: Pakistan and Scotland claim victories on opening day
Lahore, April 9: Hosts Pakistan began the 2025 Women's ODI World Cup qualifiers campaign with a 38-run win over Ireland on Wednesday, while Scotland pulled off a famous 11-run win over a more fancied West Indies, despite skipper Hayley Matthews' fighting century.
Asia Cup 2025 Preview: Will Bangladesh Be Able to Challenge Asian Giants?
London, April 9: The 17th Asia Cup, set to take place in September 2025, is set to be an exhibition of cricketing prowess in Asia. With the competition being in the shape of a T20 tournament, it will be a significant build-up tournament for the 2026 T20 World Cup.
Viewers will leave the IPL to watch us: Hasan Ali drops bold statement ahead of PSL opener
Karachi, April 9: With the Pakistan Super League (PSL) and Indian Premier League's (IPL) schedule clashing this time around, right-arm seamer Hasan Ali expressed optimism with a jaw-dropping remark that fans and viewers would "leave" IPL for PSL, Pakistan's premier T20 tournament if the players perform well.
Umar Gul in discussions with BCB for pace bowling coach role
New Delhi, April 8: Former Pakistan fast bowler Umar Gul is in talks with the Bangladesh Cricket Board (BCB) regarding the possibility of becoming the national team’s pace bowling coach.
Pakistan fined for maintaining slow over-rate in third ODI against NZ
New Delhi, April 7: Pakistan have been fined five per cent of their match fee due to maintaining a slow over-rate in their defeat to New Zealand in the third ODI at Bay Oval in Mount Maunganui.
Pakistan penalized for slow over-rate in third ODI against New Zealand
New Delhi April 7: Pakistan has been penalized five percent of their match fee for having a slow over-rate against New Zealand in the third ODI in Mount Maunganui on Saturday, according to a press release from the ICC.
Tomato seller was asking absence of spinners in CT squad: Basit Ali urges Pakistan selection committee to resign
Islamabad, April 7: Former cricketer Basit Ali has urged Pakistan's entire selection committee to resign following their shambolic whitewash at the hands of New Zealand in the recently concluded ODI series.
Pakistan's Umar Gul set to join Bangladesh as bowling coach
Mumbai, April 6: Former Pakistan bowler Umar Gul is set to take over as bowling coach of the Bangladesh cricket team, starting from their upcoming tour of Pakistan for five T20Is in May.
'This is Pakistan's lowest level in cricket', says former captain Rashid Latif
New Delhi, April 6: After suffering the embarrassment of going winless in their first major home tournament since 1996 in the 2025 Champions Trophy, Pakistan were dealt with 4-1 and 3-0 defeats in the T20I and ODI series respectively against New Zealand.
'We miss playing in the IPL': Rashid Latif believes league ban continues to impact Pakistan cricket
New Delhi, April 6: Former Pakistan captain Rashid Latif has stated that the Men in Green ‘miss playing in the IPL’ and it is a major reason why the nation has not performed up to their standards recently.
PCB defends Khushdil Shah after ugly fight with NZ fans post 0-3 loss in ODI series
New Delhi, April 5: Pakistan's disastrous tour of New Zealand ended not just with a third straight ODI defeat, but also in controversy as all-rounder Khushdil Shah lost his temper and got into an ugly confrontation with taunting fans at the Bay Oval in Mount Maunganui on Saturday. The Pakistan Cricket Board (PCB) later issued a statement confirming the incident and defending their player's actions, citing abuse and anti-Pakistan slogans from a section of foreign, reportedly Afghan, spectators.
Ben Sears becomes first player from New Zealand to take back-to-back five-wicket hauls in ODIs
Mount Maunganui , April 5: Ben Sears' second five-wicket haul on the trot inspired New Zealand to whitewash Pakistan 3-0 in the ODI series. Following their 43-run success in the third and final clash of the series at Bay Oval on Saturday, Ben Sears was awarded player of the series for his brilliant bowling display.
Bracewell lauds team effort as dominant NZ seal 3-0 ODI series whitewash vs Pakistan
Mount Maunganui, April 5: Stand-in skipper Michael Bracewell hailed a complete team performance as New Zealand wrapped up a clinical 43-run win over Pakistan in the third and final ODI at Mount Maunganui on Saturday to complete a 3-0 series whitewash. In a rain-curtailed contest at the Bay Oval, the Black Caps showcased their depth and discipline once again, capping off the home summer on a high.
Bracewell, Sears star as New Zealand complete 3-0 clean sweep over Pakistan
Mount Maunganui, April 5: New Zealand continued their dominance over Pakistan with a comprehensive 43-run win in the third ODI at Mount Maunganui, sealing a 3-0 series whitewash.
Usman Khan bats as concussion substitute for injured Imam-ul-Haq in third ODI against NZ
Mount Maunganui, April 5: Pakistan’s explosive batter Usman Khan was allowed to take the field and bat despite not being included in the original playing XI for the third ODI against New Zealand at Bay Oval, Mount Maunganui.
ICC Women's World Cup Qualifier not easy competition for Pakistan, says Sana Mir
New Delhi, April 4: There are few players who are better versed in navigating ICC Women’s Cricket World Cup Qualifier events than Sana Mir and the former Pakistan skipper believes the next instalment could be the most competitive yet.
PCB Chairman Mohsin Naqvi appointed new President of Asian Cricket Council
New Delhi, April 3: Mohsin Naqvi, the Chairman of the Pakistan Cricket Board (PCB), has been appointed as the new President of the Asian Cricket Council (ACC). Naqvi was elected as the new ACC President in an online meeting on Thursday and will immediately take charge.
Pakistan penalised five percent match fee for slow over-rate in second ODI against NZ
New Delhi, April 3: Pakistan have been penalised five percent of their match fee for maintaining a slow over-rate against New Zealand in the second ODI held at Seddon Park in Hamilton.
Umpires, match officials revealed for Women's Cricket World Cup 2025 Qualifier
Dubai, April 3: The six-team qualifier tournament will take place in Pakistan between April 9-19, with two sides to earn their place at this year's ICC Women's Cricket World Cup as a result, as per the official website of ICC.
ICC names 10 umpires, three match referees to officiate Women's ODI WC qualifiers in Pakistan
Dubai, April 3: The International Cricket Council (ICC) has announced that a panel of 10 umpires and three match referees will be officiating in the upcoming ICC Women’s ODI World Cup Qualifiers, happening from April 9 to 19 in Lahore, Pakistan.
Talent has finished in Pakistan, we will have to play ICC qualifying rounds: Basit Ali
Islamabad, March 3: Former batter Basit Ali believes that if Pakistan continues with its current performance, it will eventually need to appear in the ICC qualifying rounds to fight for a place in the major tournament.
Betrayed us: Basit Ali drops unfiltered analysis on Pakistan's series defeat in NZ
Islamabad, April 3: Former cricketer Basit Ali felt "betrayed" and questioned the brand of cricket that Pakistan exhibited during the second ODI in Hamilton against New Zealand. He slammed Mohammad Rizwan for his "poor captaincy" and took a dig at the Pakistan team before the final ODI, saying they should announce New Zealand victorious and return.
Resign, don't ruin your reputation: Kamran sends strong message to PCB chairman after Pakistan's ODI series loss
Islamabad, April 3: Former wicketkeeper batter Kamran Akmal has launched a scathing tirade and urged Pakistan Cricket Board (PCB) chairman Mohsin Naqvi to resign from his post if he can't improve the current status of the men's team.
Pakistan's Sufiyan Muqeem becomes number 12 batter with highest score in ODI cricket
Hamilton, April 2: Pakistan spinner Sufiyan Muqeem established a world record on Tuesday, becoming the player with the highest individual score at number 12 position in an ODI match.
We didn't utilise the swing, and they bowled very well: Rizwan on back to back defeats against New Zealand
Hamilton, April 2: After the defeat in the T-20 series against New Zealand 4-1, Pakistan has also lost the one-dayers after losing the second ODI by 84 runs in Hamilton on Wednesday. The Kiwis will now head to Mount Maunganui for the final ODI on Saturday, aiming for a clean sweep.
New Zealand pacer Jacob Duffy moves to the top in T20I bowler rankings
Wellington, April 2: New Zealand's quick Jacob Duffy's recent rise in white-ball cricket hit a new peak as he became the number one ranked player in ICC Men's T20I Bowler Rankings issued on Wednesday.
Mitchell Hay lauds New Zealand's performance in ODI against Pakistan, says good competition for spots
Hamilton, April 2: After registering a comfortable victory over Pakistan on Wednesday, New Zealand wicketkeeper-batter Mitchell Hay emphasized that while some players may lack international caps, the team is well-rounded.
NZ beat Pakistan in 2nd ODI to take unassailable series lead
Hamilton, April 2: New Zealand defeated Pakistan by 84 runs in the second ODI here at Seddon Park on Wednesday to take an unassailable 2-0 lead in the three-match series.
Pakistan penalised for maintaining slow over-rate in first ODI against New Zealand
Dubai, April 1: The Pakistan Cricket Team has been levied 10 per cent of the match fee after being found two overs short of the required target by the ICC Elite Panel of Match Referees on Tuesday.
Anticipation builds as former cricketers look ahead to Women's Cricket World Cup Qualifier 2025
Islamabad, April 1: The strength and depth of women's cricket will be on full display as six teams compete for the final two spots at the ICC Women's Cricket World Cup in India later this year.
Pakistan fined for slow over-rate in ODI opener against New Zealand
Dubai, April 1: Pakistan have been fined 10 percent of their match fee for maintaining a slow over-rate in the first One-day International against New Zealand at Napier on Saturday. "Jeff Crowe of the ICC Elite Panel of Match Referees imposed the sanction after Mohammad Rizwan’s side was ruled to be two overs short of the target after time allowances were taken into consideration," the ICC said in a release on Tuesday.