Pakistan Announces Playing XI for Second Test Against England

LAHORE: Pakistan revealed their playing XI for the second Test against England, which starts on Tuesday (tomorrow). Kamran Ghulam will make his debut, taking the field after Pakistan included him in the lineup following Babar Azam’s exclusion from the series. Noman Ali, Sajid Khan, and Zahid Mehmood will also play in the second Test. Pakistan …

Shoaib Akhtar Snaps on Live TV After Pakistan’s Loss

Former Pakistan fast bowler Shoaib Akhtar has strongly criticized the Pakistan Test team after their crushing defeat to England in the Multan Test. The Shan Masood-led side lost by an innings and 47 runs at the Multan Cricket Stadium, marking one of the most disheartening performances in recent years. Akhtar expressed deep disappointment with the …

Babar Azam Steps Down as Pakistan Cricket Captain

Babar Azam, Pakistan’s star batsman, announced his resignation as captain of the national cricket team on Tuesday. In a post on X, he revealed that he had informed the Pakistan Cricket Board (PCB) and the team management of his decision last month. In his statement, Babar expressed his gratitude for the opportunity to lead the …

PCB Appoints Champions Cup Mentors to Essential Positions

FAISALABAD: The Pakistan Cricket Board (PCB) has announced the appointment of five key mentors to enhance player development across the country. These mentors will oversee operations at various academies, focusing on nurturing talent at high-performance centres. According to a PCB source, Sarfaraz Ahmed will lead the Karachi academy, while Shoaib Malik takes charge in Sialkot. …

Pakistan Cricketers Voice Concerns on Mental Health

Top national cricketers have raised significant concerns regarding mental health and delays in obtaining no-objection certificates (NOCs) from the Pakistan Cricket Board (PCB). During the recent PCB Connection Camp, players expressed frustration over how these delays impact their participation in foreign leagues. Local news outlets reported these concerns, citing sources close to the situation. The …

PCB Holds Camp to Address Unity and Performance Issues

The Pakistan Cricket Board (PCB) organized a “Connection Camp” in Lahore on Monday to address key issues affecting Pakistan cricket. The camp, held at a local hotel, aimed to improve unity within the national team and strengthen communication between players and the board. Players, head coaches Jason Gillespie and Gary Kirsten, and PCB officials participated …

PCB Hosts High-Level Connection Camp

Lahore: The Pakistan Cricket Board (PCB) will host a high-level Connection Camp on Monday, bringing together elite players, coaches, and management to define a unified vision for the future of Pakistan cricket. This strategic session, taking place at a local hotel, follows a series of consultations that PCB Chairman Mohsin Naqvi initiated after assuming office …

Younis Khan Advises Babar Azam to Focus on Performance

KARACHI: Former Pakistan captain Younis Khan offered advice to current white-ball captain Babar Azam, urging him to focus on his performance. Speaking to the media on Saturday, Younis emphasized that Babar should concentrate on his skills, not external pressures. “My only advice to Babar Azam is to perform,” Younis said. He reminded everyone that Babar …

PCB Launches Ambitious Review to Revive Pakistan Cricket’s Glory

The Pakistan Cricket Board (PCB) is gearing up for a comprehensive review of both international and domestic cricket to “restore the pride and excellence” of Pakistan cricket. The PCB aims to address the declining performance of the national team across all formats with this ambitious initiative. The review will commence with a “connection camp” scheduled …

Rumors Swirl Around Captaincy of Babar Azam

The Pakistan Cricket Board (PCB) Chairman, Mohsin Naqvi, has set the record straight regarding the future of Pakistan’s men’s cricket team captaincy. On Saturday, Naqvi emphasized that the decision on the captaincy will rest with the coaching staff and selectors. Rumors have been circulating about Babar Azam’s position as Pakistan’s white-ball captain, with reports suggesting …

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