Interior Minister and Pakistan Cricket Board (PCB) Chairman Mohsin Naqvi announced on Monday that Prime Minister Shehbaz Sharif had signed off on letting fans attend all three Pakistan Super League (PSL) playoff matches. In a social media post on X, Naqvi said, “Just had a meeting with PM Shehbaz, and I am pleased to share […]
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Nawaz under PCB scanner after failing drug test
All-rounder Muhammad Nawaz on Wednesday tested positive for recreational drug use. The development has put him under the scanner of the Pakistan Cricket Board (PCB) The 32-year-old all-rounder, who is currently representing Multan Sultans in the ongoing Pakistan Super League (PSL) 11, was reportedly flagged during testing conducted at the T20 World Cup earlier this […]
Wasim Khan to step down from his position as General Manager at ICC
Wasim Khan has decided to step down from his position as General Manager at the International Cricket Council after serving in the role for nearly four years. Read More: Wasim Khan appointed as ICC General Manager of cricket According to reports, Khan is expected to formally relinquish his responsibilities in June, marking the end of his tenure at […]
PCB issues NOCs to four cricketers for T20 Blast
The Pakistan Cricket Board (PCB) has issued no-objection certificates to four national cricketers for participation in England’s T20 Blast. According to details surfaced on Wednesday, all-rounder Mohammad Nawaz, fast bowler Mohammad Abbas, leg-spinner Usama Mir and left-arm wrist spinner Sufiyan Muqeem have received clearance. According to the PCB, Sufiyan Muqeem, Mohammad Nawaz and Usama Mir […]
PCB warns players against posting on social media ‘without prior approval’
The Pakistan Cricket Board has warned centrally contracted players that they must not post on social media without prior approval from its media department, sources told the media. According to the board’s directives, the PCB issued a strict advisory to centrally contracted players regarding their contractual obligations, particularly their conduct on social media. The move […]
Osaka Batteries partners with the Pakistan Cricket Board for HBL PSL 11
Osaka Batteries partners with the Pakistan Cricket Board for HBL PSL 11: two visions, one powerful partnership strong since 2018 and still growing. “We’re proud to join hands in elevating the spirit of cricket and delivering an unforgettable HBL PSL 11 experience,” says Mr. Salman Naseer, CEO PCB. “Since 2018, this partnership has been built […]
PCB fines Naseem Shah Rs 20m over contentious tweet against Punjab CM
The Pakistan Cricket Board has fined fast bowler Naseem Shah $72,000 for a social media post criticizing a politician´s presence at the opening game of the Pakistan Super League, which started behind closed doors last week. The chief Minister of the Punjab province, Maryam Nawaz, was invited to Lahore´s Gaddafi Stadium last Thursday, along with […]
PSL scaled back in ‘national interest’ amid regional crisis, says PCB chief
Pakistan has scaled back the country’s premier Twenty20 cricket tournament, the top cricket official said in a statement on Tuesday, in the “larger national interest” due to the ongoing regional crisis, as he apologized to fans for holding matches without spectators. Pakistan Cricket Board (PCB) Chairman Mohsin Naqvi made these remarks as Pakistan prepares to […]
PSL 11 to Begin March 26 Without Fans, PCB Chairman Confirms
Pakistan Super League (PSL 11) will begin on March 26 as scheduled, but fans will not be allowed to attend, Pakistan Cricket Board Chairman Mohsin Naqvi announced in Lahore. He said the league’s planning and consultations confirmed that postponement was not possible, as international players are involved and no alternative window is available. Speaking at […]
Sarfaraz Ahmed announces retirement from international cricket
Former Pakistan captain Sarfaraz Ahmed has announced his retirement from international cricket, ending a career that spanned nearly two decades, the Pakistan Cricket Board (PCB) confirmed in a press release. Read More: Ex-skipper Sarfraz hangs up his boots The Karachi-born wicketkeeper-batter made his ODI debut in 2007, followed by Test and T20I debuts in 2010. Over his […]