LAHORE: The Pakistan Cricket Board (PCB) is closing in on its squad for the ICC Men’s T20 World Cup 2026, with final consultations expected later this week in Lahore. Discussions will also cover the upcoming home T20 International (T20I) series against Australia. Read More: PCB ‘submits’ preliminary squad for T20I World Cup 2026 to ICC White-ball head coach Mike […]
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ICC faces criticism for excluding Pakistan from T20 poster
The International Cricket Council (ICC) has come under scrutiny after no Pakistani cricketer was featured on the ticket poster for the upcoming T20 World Cup 2026. The poster, released by the ICC on social media platforms, prominently displays the captains of India, Sri Lanka, South Africa, Australia, and England, but excludes Pakistan’s Salman Ali Agha. […]
Skipper rules out major changes ahead of T20 World Cup 2026
Pakistan’s T20I captain Salman Ali Agha hinted that no major changes would be made in the national squad ahead of the upcoming ICC T20 World Cup 2026, saying the team combination has already been settled after “months of preparation.” Speaking on the Pakistan Cricket Board (PCB) podcast, Salman said he does not foresee any big […]
Thrilling win lifts Pakistan to 4th in ICC ODIs
Pakistan moved up to fourth place in the ICC One Day International (ODI) rankings after winning the first match against Sri Lanka. The thrilling victory gave Pakistan a 1-0 lead in the three-match ODI series played at Rawalpindi Cricket Stadium. Before the match, Pakistan was ranked fifth and Sri Lanka fourth in the ICC ODI […]
Babar Azam says ‘sometimes things just don’t go your way’
LAHORE – Pakistan star batter Babar Azam admitted that despite working hard and feeling confident, things do not always go according to plan. Speaking alongside captain Salman Ali Agha after Pakistan’s T20 series victory against South Africa, Babar shared insights into his mindset and recent form. He said his approach was to play cautiously until […]
Babar Azam surpasses Virat Kohli for most fifty-plus scores in T20Is
LAHORE – Former Pakistan captain Babar Azam etched his name in cricket history by surpassing India’s Virat Kohli for the most fifty-plus scores in Twenty20 internationals during the third and final T20I against South Africa at Gaddafi Stadium on Saturday. Babar’s match-winning knock of 68 off 47 balls, studded with nine boundaries, guided Pakistan to […]
PCB reviews Salman Ali Agha’s T20I captaincy
Pakistan Cricket Board (PCB) is reviewing Salman Ali Agha’s role as T20I captain. Though selectors and coach support him, concerns about his performance have risen. The discussions started after Pakistan’s three losses to India in the Asia Cup. His batting was weak, scoring only 72 runs in seven matches. Officials also questioned some of his […]
Salman Agha assures full readiness for Pak-India battle
Pakistan’s T20 captain, Salman Ali Agha, said the team is fully prepared for the upcoming Pakistan-India match. He emphasized that no special instructions were needed. Instead, the team will focus on their own game and performance. Salman also noted that if any players show strong emotions, Pakistan is ready to respond in kind. This confident […]
Salman and Shaheen donate series winnings to flood victims
Pakistan’s cricket captain Salman Ali Agha has dedicated the victory of the tri-nation series to flood victims. He announced that both he and Shaheen Afridi will donate their match fees from the entire series to the flood relief fund. This generous act shows their support for people affected by the devastating floods. Salman Ali Agha […]
Salman Ali Agha hopes for Islamabad vs Lahore final in PSL 10
Islamabad United all-rounder and Pakistan’s T20I captain, Salman Ali Agha, shared his dream final for PSL 10. He hopes to see Islamabad United face Lahore Qalandars, citing his emotional connection with his hometown team. Agha also spoke about his recent injury, which he sustained during a match against Peshawar Zalmi. He confirmed he is nearly […]