Pakistan set unwanted T20I record in defeat against New Zealand at Christchurch
Christchurch: Pakistan slumped to a new low, suffering a crushing nine-wicket defeat against New Zealand in the first T20I at Hagley Oval. The loss, with 59 balls remaining, marked Pakistan’s worst defeat in T20I history in terms of balls left....
Rashford, Henderson in Tuchel's first England squad for World Cup qualifiers
London: England manager Thomas Tuchel has named his first squad for the 2026 World Cup qualifiers, with Aston Villa forward Marcus Rashford returning to the national setup. Rashford, 27, last played for England in March 2024 but has impressed s...
Pakistan to host ICC Women’s World Cup Qualifier in April
LAhore: The International Cricket Council (ICC) on Friday unveiled the match schedule for the 2025 ICC Women’s Cricket World Cup Qualifier, set to take place in Pakistan from April 9 to 19. The Qualifier will be played at two iconic venues in L...
Fast bowler Jahandad looks to win matches for Pakistan
LAHORE: Pakistan fast bowler Jahandad Khan said yesterday that he will look to win the matches for the country. Speaking to media in Christchurch, Khan said: "The pitches here in New Zealand support the batters and the grounds are small as well." "T...
Shoaib Malik’s selection for National T20 Cup sparks fan backlash
Sialkot: Veteran all-rounder Shoaib Malik’s inclusion in Sialkot’s squad for the upcoming National T20 Cup has drawn criticism from fans, who argue that his selection has come at the expense of young talent. Pakistan Cricket Board announ...
ICC extends gratitude to PCB for successful hosting of Champions Trophy 2025
DUBAI: International Cricket Council (ICC) issued a note of thanks to the Pakistan Cricket Board (PCB) for successfully hosting the Men’s Champions Trophy 2025, concluded on Sunday. The eight-team tournament, comprised of 15 matches, was played...
Manchester United releases concept art of new 100,000 seater, £2bn stadium
Old Trafford: Manchester United have unveiled plans to build a £2bn, 100,000-seater stadium near Old Trafford, which would become the largest football venue in the UK. The club aims to create “World’s greatest football stadium,&rdq...
Australia to play England in historic 150th anniversary day-night Test at MCG
MELBOURNE: Australia will play England under lights at the Melbourne Cricket Ground to celebrate the 150th anniversary of Test cricket in 2027, it was announced on Tuesday. The match, from March 11-15, will commemorate the first ever Test, played bet...
Duran and Ronaldo fire Al-Nassr into Asian Champions League quarters
DOHA: Al-Nassr's Jhon Duran scored twice and Cristiano Ronaldo netted a penalty as the Saudi Pro League side booked a place in the Asian Champions League Elite last eight on Monday with a 3-0 win over Iran's Esteghlal while Qatar's Al-Sadd beat Al-Wa...
Mohsin Naqvi admitted he doesn’t know cricket: Shahid Afridi
Karachi: Former Pakistan captain Shahid Afridi has urged Pakistan Cricket Board (PCB) Chairman Mohsin Naqvi to focus on a single role instead of managing multiple responsibilities. Speaking at an event here, Afridi stated that the PCB chairmanship r...
