PCB Chairman Mohsin Naqvi and ICC Chairman Jay Shah may watch the Pakistan vs India T20 together in Colombo. The meeting could strengthen relations between cricket boards and influence high-level decisions during the T20 World Cup. Both Pakistani and Indian officials, along with other board representatives, will be affected by this high-profile gathering. Naqvi is […]
T20 World Cup 2026
In major upset, Zimbabwe beat Australia in T20 World Cup 2026
Zimbabwe on Friday pulled off a major upset by defeating Australia in their ICC Men’s T20 World Cup 2026 group-stage clash, registering a memorable victory against the favourites. Chasing a target of 170, Australia were bowled out for 146 in a tense finish. The Kangaroos stumbled early as opener Josh Inglis was dismissed for just […]
Australia monitor Marsh’s fitness ahead of T20 clash with Zimbabwe
COLOMBO: Australia will keep a close eye on skipper Mitchell Marsh’s fitness as they prepare to face Zimbabwe in a Group B T20 World Cup match on Friday. Marsh missed Wednesday’s 67-run victory over Ireland due to internal testicular bleeding and is expected to require a significant period of rest before returning to action. Read […]
Omani cricketer equals slowest T20 World Cup fifty
KANDY — Omani batsman Mohammed Nadeem, 43, equaled the slowest fifty record in ICC T20 World Cup history. He achieved the milestone while playing against Sri Lanka. Nadeem’s innings is notable for making him one of the oldest players to score a World Cup half-century. Sri Lanka posted 225 runs for five wickets, setting a […]
T20 thriller: South Africa edge Afghanistan in Super Over
South Africa edged Afghanistan in a heart-stopping Group D T20 World Cup match, winning in a second Super Over on Wednesday. Afghanistan tied South Africa’s 187-6 total and scored 17 runs in the first Super Over. Tristan Stubbs’ last-ball six forced a second Super Over, where South Africa chased 19 with 23 runs to win. […]
Pakistan advised to set 170 against India in T20 clash
KARACHI: Ahead of Sunday’s high-profile T20 World Cup encounter between Pakistan and India, former cricketers have stressed that the Green Shirts must aim for a minimum total of 170 runs to stay competitive. The match will be held in Sri Lanka, following government approval after initial instructions for Pakistan to boycott the game in solidarity […]
PCB acts solely to protect Bangladesh’s respect
Pakistan Cricket Board (PCB) Chairman Mohsin Naqvi said his recent meetings with Bangladesh Cricket Board (BCB) and ICC officials focused only on ensuring Bangladesh was treated fairly. He dismissed reports suggesting any other conditions were discussed. Naqvi spoke to the media in Peshawar on Tuesday. He clarified that Pakistan had no personal or institutional interest […]
Pakistan India T20 World Cup match delivers major boost to ICC
Pakistan decision to play its scheduled ICC Men’s T20 World Cup 2026 match against arch-rival India reportedly saved the International Cricket Council (ICC) an estimated $174 million, according to Indian media reports. The projected savings include potential losses in broadcasters’ revenues, gate receipts, and high-value sponsorship deals that were at risk had the marquee encounter […]
Scotland crush Italy in T20 World Cup debut
Italy suffered a heavy 73-run defeat in their T20 World Cup debut against Scotland on Monday in Kolkata. Scotland posted 207-4, led by opener George Munsey’s 84, and bowled Italy out for 134 in 16.4 overs. Off-spinner Michael Leask took 4-17 and also contributed 22 unbeaten runs with the bat. Italy, the lowest-ranked side in […]
Scotland crush Italy by 73 runs for first T20 World Cup win
KOLKATA – Scotland recorded their maiden victory at the ICC Men’s T20 World Cup 2026, defeating Italy by 73 runs in a dominant display at Eden Gardens on Monday. Read More: Italy make T20 World Cup debut against Scotland Batting first, Scotland posted a commanding total of 207, thanks to an exceptional innings from George Munsey. Munsey […]