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Syeda Mubeena Hashmi Posted in Sports

Pakistan Cricket’s Painful England Tour Exposed

Pakistan’s 3-0 Test series defeat in England highlighted deep problems in preparation and bowling, despite flashes of promise from Shan Masood, Babar Azam, Azan Awais and rookie all-rounder Razaullah. The Mardan-born player emerged as a symbol of Pakistan’s fearless cricketing spirit. The series also exposed wider failures within the PCB, raising questions over planning, leadership and long-term development. Read More…

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Syeda Mubeena Hashmi Posted in Sports

Pakistan cricket faces fresh questions over major shake-up

Pakistan Cricket Board chairman Mohsin Naqvi’s promised “surgery” following the team’s 2024 T20 World Cup defeat has yet to produce the desired recovery. The latest upheaval saw seven players recalled from England during a Test series, while head coach and bowling coach were dismissed and replacements sent to Britain. PCB officials Naqvi and Aaqib Javed defended the decisions, but their explanations raised further questions over selection, player confidence and institutional responsibility. Read More…

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Hafsa Mustafa Posted in Sports

PM Sharif approves spectators for PSL 11 final after franchise owners' request

Prime Minister Shehbaz Sharif has approved the presence of spectators for the Pakistan Super League (PSL) 11 final following a request from franchise owners, Pakistan Cricket Board (PCB) Chairman Mohsin Naqvi said on Saturday. In a post on X, Naqvi said he had requested the prime minister to allow spectators in stadiums and that while the premier was inclined to permit fans, he had underscored that austerity measures remained in force across the country, particularly to minimise fuel consumption. Read More…

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Hafsa Mustafa Posted in Sports

BCCI VP 'delighted' after Pakistan decides to face India at T20 World Cup 2026

Board of Control for Cricket in India's (BCCI) Vice President Rajeev Shukla has hailed the outcome of the talks between the Pakistan Cricket Board (PCB), International Cricket Council (ICC) and Bangladesh Cricket Board (BCB) over the T20 World Cup 2026. "I am delighted to see the outcome of the deliberations ," Shukla said while speaking to the Indian media on Tuesday. Read More…

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Hafsa Mustafa Posted in Politics

Pakistan to take decision on T20 WC participation on Friday or Monday: Naqvi

Pakistan Cricket Board (PCB) Chairman Mohsin Naqvi on Monday said that a final decision regarding Pakistan’s participation in the ICC T20 World Cup 2026 would be taken either on Friday or next Monday. Naqvi's statement came after he met Prime Minister Shehbaz in Islamabad and briefed him on Pakistan’s stance regarding participation in the tournament. Taking to X, the PCB chief said: “He directed that we resolve it while keeping all options on the table. It was agreed that the final decision will be taken either on Friday or next… Read More…

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Hafsa Mustafa Posted in Sports

PCB 'writes' to ICC backing Bangladesh over India travel concerns

The Pakistan Cricket Board (PCB) has written to the International Cricket Council (ICC) expressing support for Bangladesh’s concern regarding travelling to India for the T20 World Cup 2026, just ahead of the governing body's meeting on the matter, ESPNcricinfo reported. In its correspondence, the PCB backed the Bangladesh Cricket Board’s (BCB) reluctance to play matches in India amid regional political instability. Sources said that the letter was also circulated among ICC Board members. Read More…

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Hafsa Mustafa Posted in Startup

PCB decides to hold PSL matches at AJK's Muzaffarabad stadium

The Pakistan Cricket Board (PCB) has decided to host the upcoming Pakistan Super League (PSL) matches in Azad Jammu and Kashmir's (AJK) Muzaffarabad cricket stadium. The announcement was made by PCB Chairman Mohsin Naqvi during the PSL roadshow held at London’s Lord’s Cricket Ground. He further noted that the initiative is not limited to PSL matches alone. “Along with PSL fixtures, other international matches will also be hosted in Azad Jammu and Kashmir,” he said. Read More…

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Hafsa Mustafa Posted in Sports

ICC rejects PCB demand to remove Asia Cup match referee, claims Indian media

The International Cricket Council (ICC) has turned down Pakistan Cricket Board’s (PCB) request to remove match referee Andy Pycroft from the ongoing Asia Cup. According to the reports, the ICC formally informed the PCB of its decision last night, dismissing Pakistan’s stance that Pycroft had acted at the behest of the Indian team. The PCB had filed an official complaint with the ICC, accusing Pycroft of violating the "Spirit of Cricket" by allegedly asking the Pakistan and India captains not to shake hands at the toss before their Asia Cup… Read More…

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Hafsa Mustafa Posted in Sports

PCB calls for removal of match referee Pycroft over Pakistan, India skippers' handshake saga

The Pakistan Cricket Board (PCB) has filed a formal complaint with the International Cricket Council (ICC) and the Marylebone Cricket Club (MCC), calling for the removal of match referee Andy Pycroft from the ongoing Asia Cup 2025 over the handshake controversy during the Pakistan-India clash. The dispute arose at the toss, where both captains skipped the traditional handshake — an omission reportedly instructed by Pycroft. "The PCB has lodged a complaint with the ICC regarding the match referee’s violation of the ICC Code of Conduct and MCC laws. The match… Read More…

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