‘Umpires ne bola side ho jaayein’: First-hand account of PSL ball-tampering controversy | Cricket News

[ad_1] NEW DELHI: Pakistan cricket has been rocked by a ball-tampering scandal in the Pakistan Super League (PSL). The major controversy erupted during the match between Lahore Qalandars and Karachi Kings, putting captain Shaheen Afridi, opener Fakhar Zaman and fast bowler Haris Rauf under the scanner.The incident occurred in the final over of the match, […]

Karachi Kings win PSL 2026 match after Lahore Qalandars penalised for ball-tampering

[ad_1] Lahore Qalandars were penalised five runs for ball-tampering during their Pakistan Super League 2026 match against Karachi Kings. The penalty was imposed after the umpires ruled that the Qalandars had altered the condition of the ball before the final over of the game. The match, which Karachi Kings won with three balls to spare, […]

BAN vs PAK: Maaz Sadaqat’s all-round show helps Pakistan level series with 128-run win

[ad_1] Pakistan drew level with Bangladesh in the three-match ODI series with a 128-run win in the 2nd ODI on Friday, March 13 at the Shere Bangla National Stadium in Dhaka. After being put in to bat first, Pakistan were bundled out for 274 in 47.3 overs as Rishad Hossain (3/56, 9.3 overs) and Mehidy […]

BAN vs PAK, 1st ODI: No Babar Azam and Pakistan bowled out for 114, their lowest ODI total vs Bangladesh

[ad_1] In a performance that sent shockwaves through the cricketing world, a new-look Pakistan side was bundled out for a paltry 114 runs in the first ODI of a three-match series against Bangladesh at the Sher-e-Bangla National Stadium on Wednesday. On a day that was supposed to signal a fresh start for the Men in […]

‘Less than 100’- Mike Hesson opens up on Babar Azam’s strike rate, Salman Ali Agha rift, Shaheen Afridi omission | Cricket News

[ad_1] Pakistan’s Babar Azam, left, walks off the field with head coach Mike Hesson after a net practice session ahead of an ICC Men’s T20 World Cup 2026 cricket match between India and Pakistan, at R Premadasa Stadium, in Colombo, Sri Lanka. (PTI Photo) Pakistan head coach Mike Hesson did not mince his words on […]

Why today’s match could define Pakistan’s T20 World Cup fate | Cricket News

[ad_1] Pakistan cricket team (AP/PTI) Pakistan’s T20 World Cup campaign has reached a critical juncture. A win against Namibia in their final league fixture on Wednesday is non-negotiable if Salman Agha’s men are to keep their Super 8 hopes alive. Anything less, and their tournament ends prematurely.The pressure has mounted quickly. After bold claims that […]

T20 World Cup, India vs Pakistan: Did Pakistan players wait to shake hands with India after Colombo defeat?

[ad_1] Pakistan players Shaheen Afridi and Usman Tariq reportedly waited to shake hands with the Indian team following their defeat in the ICC Men’s T20 World Cup 2026 fixture at the R. Premadasa Stadium in Colombo. India defeated Pakistan by 61 runs in the Group A fixture on Sunday, 15 February, extending their dominance over […]

Pakistan to drop Babar Azam, Shaheen Afridi for T20 World Cup match vs Namibia? Here’s what report says

[ad_1] Pakistan are reportedly considering a couple of big changes for their upcoming 2026 T20 World Cup match against Namibia. According to a Geo News report, there is a likelihood of veterans Babar Azam and Shaheen Shah Afridi being dropped from the playing XI against Namibia. Team management frustrated with Pakistan’s display in T20 World […]

Awkward scenes in Colombo: Shaheen Afridi and Usman Tariq stand still as Team India snubs handshake – WATCH | Cricket News

[ad_1] Shaheen Afridi and Usman Tariq (PTI Photo) In a high-voltage clash at the ICC Men’s T20 World Cup 2026 in Colombo, India crushed Pakistan by 61 runs, delivering a commanding performance that once again highlighted their dominance in marquee encounters between the arch-rivals. On the field, it was a clinical display. Off it, however, […]

Shaheen Afridi likely to recover within a week, T20 World Cup 2026 plans on track

[ad_1] Pakistan fast bowler Shaheen Afridi has eased fears over his fitness, saying his latest knee issue is minor and that he expects to return to bowling within the next week. Afridi was speaking to reporters at an event, where he confirmed that his recovery is being closely overseen by the Pakistan Cricket Board’s medical […]