The National Cyber Crime Investigation Agency (NCCIA) has summoned Pakistan cricketers Imam-ul-Haq and Mohammad Rizwan as part of an investigation. According to sources, the Pakistan Cricket Board (PCB) had taken possession of the players’ mobile phones and handed them over to the relevant authorities. The NCCIA has reportedly issued notices to Imam-ul-Haq and Mohammad Rizwan,…

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BIRMINGHAM: England won the toss and elected to bowl first against Pakistan in the third and final Test of the three-match series in Birmingham. Pakistan have handed Test debuts to three players — Ghazi Ghori, Razaullah and Imran Randhawa — who have been included in the playing XI. Saud Shakeel presented Ghazi Ghori with his Test cap, while…

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DUBAI: Pakistan Women secured their place in the semi-finals of the Women’s Asia Cup after defeating Hong Kong Women by 72 runs in a dominant performance. Pakistan, batting first in the match played in Dubai, posted 143 for 8 in 20 overs. Shawal Zulfiqar was Pakistan’s top scorer with 47 runs, while Ayesha Zafar contributed…

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DUBAI: Pakistan secured a place in the semi-finals of the ACC Women’s T20 Asia Cup 2026 with a commanding 72-run victory over Hong Kong, China, as Shawaal Zulfiqar’s explosive 47 and Nashra Sandhu’s sensational six-wicket haul powered them to victory at the Dubai International Cricket Stadium on Monday. The victory, which marked Pakistan’s second, helped…

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The Asian Cricket Council (ACC) on Monday confirmed the schedule for the men’s and women’s cricket competitions at the forthcoming Asian Games, which will run from September 17 to October 3. All cricket matches will be played in the T20 format at Paloma Mizuho Stadium in Nagoya. Pakistan’s women’s team will begin its campaign on…

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In the Saudi Pro League, Cristiano Ronaldo’s performance in Al-Nassr’s 2-1 loss to Al-Ittihad was forgettable. Before losing to one of their championship contenders, Al-Nassr had won all four league games under new manager Ange Postecoglou. Nigerian striker George Ilenikhena scored twice for Al-Ittihad after former Chelsea player Angelo Gabriel’s goal proved insufficient. Toward the…

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Former Pakistan cricketer and Pakistan Cricket Board (PCB) think-tank member Aqib Javed has returned to Lahore after a brief stay in London and will continue performing his responsibilities as an important official within the board. The 54-year-old Aqib Javed had travelled to London following Pakistan’s 194-run defeat to England in the Lord’s Test. During his…

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England Under-19 defeated Pakistan Under-19 by 10 runs in a closely fought four-day match. Chasing a target of 262 runs, Pakistan were bowled out for 251. Abdul Qadir top-scored with 80 runs, while Farhan Yousaf contributed 47. For Pakistan, Ahmed Hussain took four wickets in England’s second innings, while Muhammad Huzaifa claimed three and Muhammad…

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The Pakistan Cricket Board (PCB) and eight Pakistan Super League (PSL) franchise owners have discussed moving next year’s tournament to January, ESPNcricinfo reported on Saturday. The proposal was discussed at the PSL Governing Council meeting held in London on September 1, with media rights holder Walee Technologies reportedly pushing for an earlier window. The report said Walee…

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The Pakistan Cricket Board (PCB) and owners of all eight Pakistan Super League (PSL) franchises have discussed the possibility of holding next year’s tournament in January instead of the usual April-May window. According to a Cricinfo report, the proposal was discussed during a PSL Governing Council meeting in London. The move is being considered partly…

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