T20I, ODI, and Tri-Series: Pakistan’s busy schedule revealed
Salman Ali Agha to lead T20I Squad, Shaheen Afridi heads ODI team for upcoming season
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Pakistan’s squad for Hong Kong Sixes 2025 revealed
The Pakistan Cricket Board (PCB) has officially released the list of seven players selected to represent the nation at the high-intensity Hong Kong Sixes Tournament 2025. Fast bowler Abbas Afridi has been appointed to lead the side. The fast-paced competition is slated to run in Hong Kong from November 7 to 9. The 12 participating … Read more
Will Pakistan play the match or not? Cricket team stopped from going to the stadium
The Pakistan national cricket team was stopped from leaving their hotel for the scheduled Asia Cup match at Gaddafi Stadium in Lahore. The squad’s departure has been made conditional on receiving formal clearance from the Pakistan Cricket Board (PCB). Team management has halted travel plans while waiting for the PCB’s green signal. Meanwhile, an emergency … Read more
Asia Cup 2025: Match referee replaced after dispute, Pakistan to play the match tomorrow
The ongoing dispute in the Asia Cup 2025 has finally been resolved after the match referee was replaced. The Pakistan Cricket Board (PCB) had refused to let the team play until referee Andy Pycroft was removed from their matches. According to sources, the International Cricket Council (ICC) decided to replace Pycroft for Pakistan’s upcoming fixtures. … Read more
PCB to bear educational expenses for U-15 to U-19 cricketers
LAHORE: In a landmark move, the Pakistan Cricket Board (PCB) has decided to bear the educational expenses of young cricketers, aiming to ensure their academic development alongside their cricketing careers. This initiative will cover players from the Under-15 to the Under-19 levels, providing them with year-round training and education. According to sources, the program will … Read more
Jason Gillespie hails Irfan Khan as the future of Pakistan cricket
Former Pakistan red-ball head coach and Australian cricket legend Jason Gillespie has heaped praise on young Pakistani all-rounder Irfan Khan Niazi, calling him the “future of Pakistan cricket.” In a recent social media post, Gillespie endorsed the 22-year-old rising star and urged T20 franchises across the world to sign him. “Irfan Khan is an exceptional … Read more
Pakistan announces 17-member squad for Asia Cup and T20I Tri-Series
LAHORE: In a joint press conference held by selector Aaqib Javed and head coach Mike Hesson, the Pakistan Cricket Board (PCB) has officially unveiled the 17-member squad for the upcoming UAE T20I Tri-series and the Asia Cup. The team will be captained by Salman Ali Agha. The two-part tour begins with a tri-nation series in … Read more
PSL 10: PCB announces umpires and match referees
The Pakistan Cricket Board (PCB) has announced the match officials for the upcoming HBL Pakistan Super League X, which will be held from April 11 to May 18 across Karachi, Lahore, Multan, and Rawalpindi. A total of 13 umpires and 7 match referees will oversee the 30 matches scheduled in the tournament. Officials for the … Read more
Karachi’s National Stadium to be inaugurated tomorrow
The National Stadium Karachi is set to be inaugurated tomorrow evening with a grand ceremony featuring fireworks and a dazzling light show. The event will be open to the public for free. The reconstruction project, which began on September 28, 2024, was completed on January 31, 2025. According to Pakistan Cricket Board (PCB) Chairman Mohsin … Read more
PCB Inducts Inzamam-ul-Haq and Misbah-ul-Haq into Hall of Fame
LAHORE: The Pakistan Cricket Board (PCB) has formally inducted former captains Inzamam-ul-Haq and Misbah-ul-Haq into its prestigious Hall of Fame, acknowledging their immense contributions to the national team. The recognition ceremony took place during the opening match of the tri-nation ODI series between Pakistan and New Zealand, where PCB chairman Mohsin Naqvi presented both cricketers … Read more
PM inaugurates renovated Gaddafi Stadium, lauds PCB
LAHORE: Prime Minister Muhammad Shehbaz Sharif on Friday commended the national cricket team, calling them the country’s heroes and expressing confidence in their ability to win the upcoming ICC Champions Trophy. Speaking at the inauguration ceremony of the newly renovated Gaddafi Stadium, the premier expressed his delight over the stadium’s state-of-the-art refurbishment, completed in a … Read more
PCB chairman inspects renovation work at Gaddafi Stadium
Chairman of the Pakistan Cricket Board (PCB), Mohsin Naqvi, visited Gaddafi Stadium today to review the ongoing renovation work. He inspected different floors and hospitality boxes, ensuring that the finishing work met high standards. During his visit, Mr. Naqvi checked the quality of railings placed in front of the boxes and assessed the view from … Read more
President, PM to inaugurate renovated stadiums in Lahore, Karachi
LAHORE: Pakistan Cricket Board (PCB) Chairman Mohsin Naqvi announced on Friday that President Asif Ali Zardari and Prime Minister Shehbaz Sharif will inaugurate the country’s newly renovated major stadiums. Speaking at a press conference following his visit to Gaddafi Stadium, Naqvi confirmed that the Lahore stadium will be inaugurated by the Prime Minister on February … Read more
Champions Trophy 2025: Pakistan announces squad for tri-nation series
LAHORE: The Pakistan Cricket Board (PCB) on Friday revealed the much-anticipated squad for the ICC Men’s Champions Trophy 2025, along with the tri-nation series featuring Pakistan, New Zealand, and South Africa. Pakistan Squad: Mohammad Rizwan (c), Babar Azam, Fakhar Zaman, Kamran Ghulam, Saud Shakeel, Tayyab Tahir, Faheem Ashraf, Khushdil Shah, Salman Ali Agha (vc), Usman … Read more
PCB finalizes plans for ICC Champions Trophy 2025 opening ceremony
Lahore: The Pakistan Cricket Board (PCB) has finalized its plans for the opening ceremonies of the ICC Champions Trophy 2025, with multiple events scheduled at various venues, sources confirmed on Thursday. According to insiders, PCB Chairman Mohsin Naqvi has given final approval for all related events. The main opening ceremony will be held on February … Read more
Mohsin Naqvi meets USA cricket CEO to discuss bilateral series
Chairman of the Pakistan Cricket Board (PCB), Mohsin Naqvi, met with Johnathan Atkeison, CEO of USA Cricket, in Washington to explore opportunities for promoting cricket in both nations. The meeting also included Pakistan Super League (PSL) CEO Salman Naseer. Key discussions centered on organizing a bilateral cricket series, a promising step toward boosting cricket’s popularity … Read more
PCB renames enclosures at National Stadium to honor cricket legends
The Pakistan Cricket Board (PCB) has announced the renaming of two enclosures at Karachi’s National Stadium in tribute to former captains Shahid Afridi and Younis Khan. The Quaid Enclosure will now be known as the Shahid Afridi Enclosure, while the Majid Khan Enclosure has been renamed after Younis Khan. In another change, the Zaheer Abbas … Read more
PCB sets dates for Regional U15, U17, U19 cricket trials
LAHORE: On Sunday, the Pakistan Cricket Board (PCB) revealed the schedule for phase 1 of the Regional U15, U17, and District U19 trials, which will be held across Pakistan from January 20 to January 26. The trials are open to players within the respective age groups, with no need for form submission. In a significant … Read more
PCB names Hall of Fame Class of 2024
The Pakistan Cricket Board (PCB) announced its PCB Hall of Fame Class of 2024 on Friday, honoring four legendary cricketers for their exceptional contributions to Pakistan cricket. This year is special as four players are being inducted instead of the usual two, an exception made due to the absence of inductions in 2023. The PCB … Read more
England star cricketer registers for PSL 10 draft
Former World No. 1 T20I batter David Malan has signed up for the Pakistan Super League (PSL) Season 10 draft, the Pakistan Cricket Board (PCB) announced on Thursday. Malan joins fellow English players Jason Roy, Tom Curran, and David Willey in the draft. Malan has previously played for Peshawar Zalmi, Islamabad United, and Multan Sultans … Read more
PCB confirm schedule for West Indies tour of Pakistan
The Pakistan Cricket Board (PCB) has released the schedule for the West Indies men’s cricket team’s upcoming tour of Pakistan. The tour includes two ICC World Test Championship matches and a warm-up game. The West Indies team will arrive in Islamabad on January 6, 2025, ahead of the Test series. From January 10 to 12, … Read more
PCB chairman applauds Pakistan’s historic ODI clean sweep against South Africa
Mohsin Naqvi congratulates the Pakistan men’s cricket team on their historic clean-sweep victory in the ODI series against South Africa. Under Mohammad Rizwan’s leadership, Pakistan became the first team to sweep the Proteas in an ODI series on South African soil. Naqvi praised the team’s performance, highlighting their confidence, passion, and teamwork. Pakistan Cricket Board … Read more
Mohsin Naqvi meets PM Shehbaz to discuss security situation
LAHORE: On Sunday, Federal Minister for Interior and Chairman of the Pakistan Cricket Board (PCB), Mohsin Raza Naqvi, met with Prime Minister Muhammad Shehbaz Sharif to discuss key national matters. The minister provided a comprehensive briefing on the country’s overall law and order situation, emphasizing ongoing efforts to sustain peace and security across Pakistan. The … Read more
Mohsin Naqvi reiterates PCB’s resolve to host Champions Trophy
The Chairman of the Pakistan Cricket Board (PCB), Mohsin Naqvi, presided over the 76th Board of Governors (BoG) meeting in Islamabad on Wednesday. The meeting focused on Pakistan’s preparations for hosting the ICC Champions Trophy 2025. Naqvi updated the board members on the tournament’s progress, confirming that Pakistan is on track to host the prestigious … Read more
ICC Champions Trophy schedule announcement expected today
The final decision on the ICC Champions Trophy is anticipated today, with the tournament schedule nearing completion. The Pakistan Cricket Board (PCB) has stated its readiness to sign the agreement after thoroughly reviewing the required documents. Sources confirm that Pakistan and India have resolved most key issues, bringing the terms for the Champions Trophy to … Read more
Naqvi urges quality and speed in National Stadium upgrades
KARACHI: Renovation work at Karachi’s National Stadium is in full swing as part of an extensive upgrade project in preparation for the Champions Trophy. Pakistan Cricket Board (PCB) Chairman Mohsin Naqvi visited the stadium on Wednesday to inspect the progress, focusing on the nearly completed steel-structured building. Key improvements include the installation of advanced LED … Read more
PAK vs ZIM: Pakistan Announces Team for Final T20I vs Zimbabwe
Pakistan Cricket Board Announces Playing XI for T20I against Zimbabwe Pakistan won the first match by 57 runs, with Abrar Ahmed and Sufyan Moqim claiming three wickets each. In the second match, Pakistan won by 58 runs without losing a wicket, with Saim Ayub scoring 36 runs. The Pakistan Cricket Board (PCB) announced the playing … Read more
PCB conditional acceptance of hybrid model for Champions Trophy 2025
The Pakistan Cricket Board (PCB) has agreed to the hybrid model for hosting the ICC Champions Trophy in 2025. This decision comes after the approval of the hybrid model by the International Cricket Council (ICC). However, the PCB has set two key conditions before fully committing to this arrangement. The PCB has requested that the … Read more