PCB sets dates for Regional U15, U17, U19 cricket trials

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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

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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

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

PCB confirms 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

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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

Mohsin Naqvi

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

Mohsin Naqvi

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

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

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

PAK vs ZIM

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

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

India must play in Pakistan if we play in India: PCB Chairman

PCB rejects ‘surrender’ claims amid Champions Trophy 2025 dispute

LAHORE: Pakistan Cricket Board (PCB) Chairman Mohsin Naqvi has emphasized the need for equal terms in cricket relations with India, stating that it is unacceptable for Pakistan to play in India while India avoids playing in Pakistan. Speaking to the media at Lahore’s Gaddafi Stadium, Mohsin Naqvi expressed optimism about hosting the ICC Champions Trophy … Read more

Pakistan Announces Squad for Second ODI Against Zimbabwe

Pakistan Second ODI Squad

Pakistan Cricket Board Unveils Second ODI XI. Tayyab Tahir replaces Haseebullah Khan in the second ODI against Zimbabwe. Mohammad Hasnain replaces Abrar Ahmed, making his ODI debut. The Pakistan Cricket Board (PCB) has unveiled the playing XI for the second ODI against Zimbabwe, scheduled to take place at Queen Sports Club, Bulawayo, on Tuesday. The … Read more

ICC should revoke India, Pakistan hosting rights: Rashid Latif

Rashid Latif

Former Pakistan captain Rashid Latif has proposed that the International Cricket Council (ICC) should revoke India and Pakistan’s hosting rights for global events from 2024 to 2031. His suggestion follows a dispute over the 2025 Champions Trophy, set to be hosted by Pakistan. The conflict began when the Board of Control for Cricket in India … Read more

PCB appoints Azhar Ali as Head of Youth Development

Azhar Ali

Former Pakistan cricket captain Azhar Ali has been appointed as the Pakistan Cricket Board’s (PCB) Head of Youth Development, following a comprehensive recruitment process. He will also continue his role as a member of the Men’s National Selection Committee. Azhar, a respected figure in Pakistan cricket, began his career at the ICC U19 Cricket World … Read more

PCB announces central contracts for Pakistan women cricketers

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The Pakistan Cricket Board (PCB) has unveiled the list of 16 women cricketers awarded central contracts for the 2024-25 international season. According to the PCB, captain Fatima Sana and wicketkeeper-batter Muneeba Ali have been promoted to Category A, reflecting their outstanding performances. Left-arm spinner Sadia Iqbal has been elevated to Category B due to her … Read more

PCB faces tough choices over Champions Trophy 2025 hosting

PCB faces tough choices over Champions Trophy 2025 hosting

The Pakistan Cricket Board (PCB) faces a significant challenge after the Board of Control for Cricket in India (BCCI) confirmed that India’s team would not travel to Pakistan for the ICC Champions Trophy 2025. This decision has forced the PCB to explore alternative hosting options to retain the tournament, originally planned for Pakistan. PCB Chairman … Read more

Basit Ali Urges PCB to Adopt Sri Lanka’s 1996 World Cup Stance in Champions Trophy 2025

Basit Ali

Former cricketer Basit Ali urges the Pakistan Cricket Board to take a firm stance on India’s participation in the upcoming ICC Champions Trophy 2025. Ali suggests the PCB should follow Sri Lanka’s handling of the 1996 World Cup, where Australia and the West Indies refused to travel due to security issues. Ali suggests that if … Read more