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T20 World Cup 2024: India overpower Pakistan, defend modest 119-run total

Pakistan lose by 6 runs for back-to-back defeats in tournament

Published 02 Jun, 2021 11:20am

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Pollock criticises De Kock 'deception' over Zaman run-out

Pollock said he believed De Kock was not aware of a law which outlaws wilful attempts to "distract, deceive or obstruct" a batsman.

Published 07 Apr, 2021 05:57pm

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Sri Lanka names 17-member squad for West Indies Tests

The first Test starts on March 21 and the second and final game is scheduled for March 29.

Published 06 Mar, 2021 08:08pm

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Decisive battle for India and England at world's biggest stadium

India just need to win the series to get through, while England have to win by 3-1. A tied series would let Australia through.

Published 22 Feb, 2021 05:18pm

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Shoaib Akhtar hails Afridi for his all-round role

 Afridi said that the Rawalpindi Express always threatened batsmen but was joking around when the pitch in that fixt

Published 30 May, 2020 09:43pm

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West Indies to temporarily halve salaries of staff and players

 International professional cricket remains suspended due to the virus.

Cricket West Indies (CWI) said on Frid

Published 30 May, 2020 03:23pm

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Babar should lead aggressively: Rameez Raja

 “Pakistan cricket has the aggression and the Kohli model suits our game but we lack consistency in the 50 overs and

Published 30 May, 2020 02:29pm

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West Indies cricket bosses approve England tour

 West Indies had been scheduled to visit England for three Tests in June but the tour was pushed back due to the Cov

Published 30 May, 2020 10:24am

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ECB wants ICC to allow Covid-19 substitutes ahead of Pakistan, West Indies Tests

 The ICC currently only allows a player to be replaced during a match because of concussion

The England and Wa

Published 30 May, 2020 10:21am

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HBL PSL 2020 live-streaming: Rights Holder extends regrets and apology to the PCB

 “We have extended our regrets and apology to the PCB and look forward to their sympathetic consideration in the mat

Published 30 May, 2020 10:13am

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Hales, Plunkett left out of England's 55-man training group

 The group will not train in one place, but with individual sessions across several county venues.

England’s o

Published 29 May, 2020 02:51pm

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No place for Hales or Plunkett as England name 55-man training group

 The group will not train in one place, but with individual sessions across several county venues, that started with

Published 29 May, 2020 01:01pm

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Fan IoK cricketer meets Shahid Afridi in Karachi

 He spent three months here in the provincial capital at Shahid Afridi’s residence.

Pakistan’s legendary all-r

Published 29 May, 2020 11:21am

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T20 World Cup schedule under 'very high risk': Cricket Australia CEO

 On Thursday, the ICC deferred decisions over the tournament until its next board meeting on June 10.

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Published 29 May, 2020 09:58am

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Ex-cricketers Bradburn, Saqlain get important roles in PCB

The Pakistan Cricket Board (PCB) Thursday announced the appointments of Grant Bradburn as Head of High Performance Coaching and Saqlain Mushtaq as Head of International Player Development as part of the prestigious High Performance Centre's restructuring.

Published 29 May, 2020 12:05am

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I'd be surprised if it goes ahead: Morgan on 2020 T20 World Cup

 England limited-overs captain is not too optimistic about the event’s chances.

England limited-overs captain

Published 28 May, 2020 02:42pm

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Manohar to step down as ICC chairman after current term

 The ICC is set to discuss the process to elect its new chief at its board meeting on Thursday.

International

Published 28 May, 2020 09:30am

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Cricket Australia finalises venues for Test series against India

Gabba to host opening match, Perth misses out. Australia will host India at their Gabba stronghold in the opening...

Updated 01 Jun, 2020 09:10am

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Grant Bradburn and Saqlain Mushtaq get high performance roles

 In addition to the two former Test cricketers, LUMS graduate Asser Malik has been confirmed as High Performance Ope

Published 28 May, 2020 08:27am

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Afridi hits back at Harbhajan and Yuvraj

 Former Pakistan captain is still grateful to the duo for backing his foundation in its fight against the coronaviru

Published 27 May, 2020 01:29pm

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New Zealand cricket board to cut jobs amid 'challenging' conditions

 Players and staff for the national men’s Black Caps and women’s White Ferns teams would not be affected.

New

Published 27 May, 2020 10:59am

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India may lose hosting rights of World T20 2021

 BCCI had to get tax exempted for the 2021 T20 World Cup but it has failed to do so.

It looks like the Board o

Published 27 May, 2020 09:34am

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Preparations continue for T20 World Cup this year: ICC

 Board is due to meet on Thursday to discuss a number of issues related to the virus outbreak.

The Internation

Published 27 May, 2020 08:37am

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Misbah confirms Sarfaraz’s return for England tour

 The Pakistan Cricket Board (PCB) is planning to send a 25-member squad for the tour in July to meet the demands of

Published 26 May, 2020 08:43am

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Sri Lanka cricketer detained for possession of heroin

 The 25-year-old was remanded in custody for two weeks by a magistrate

Sri Lankan police have detained interna

Published 26 May, 2020 07:53am

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Saliva ban may make cricket 'boring': Starc

 ICC is set to implement the ban in June.

Australian pacer Mitchell Starc warned on Tuesday that cricket risks

Published 26 May, 2020 07:32am

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Hogg opts Babar over Kohli in his current Test XI

 Wrist spinner thinks Indian captain failed to live up to expectations in Australia.

Former Australia wrist sp

Published 23 May, 2020 10:47am

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Saqlain Mushtaq backs Pakistan to do well against England

The 43-year-old believed that Pakistan would have the edge because of their spinners. Pakistan’s legendary of

Published 23 May, 2020 10:14am

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ICC issues back-to-cricket guidelines amid Covid-19 pandemic

Cricket, like other global sports, has been suspended since March. Bowlers looking at resuming Test cricket a

Published 23 May, 2020 10:01am

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South Africa plan for resumption by isolating players in bio-bubble

The tour remains in doubt as government models suggest the virus could peak in South Africa during August or Septem

Published 22 May, 2020 02:49pm

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Amir, Wahab, Fawad likely to be called to England tour

Selection committee begins initial discussion for important series. Pakistan cricket team’s selection committ

Published 22 May, 2020 01:00pm

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Pakistan tour of New Zealand could delay by December

Kiwis are keen on hosting Australia and England for Test and limited-overs series in November and December. N

Published 22 May, 2020 11:43am

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Graeme Smith wants Ganguly to head ICC

"It is very important to have the right person as head of the ICC," said Smith. Shashank Manohar, the current

Published 21 May, 2020 11:53am

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Bruised, not broke: Pakistan line up plans to shore up finances

PCB is hoping for the best and preparing for the worst. The Pakistan Cricket Board (PCB) is hoping for the be

Published 21 May, 2020 11:40am

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India likely to tour South Africa for T20I series in August

CSA director of cricket Graeme Smith says the body is in constant contact with the BCCI. South Africa are opt

Published 21 May, 2020 11:36am

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Pakistan legend takes a jab at Shaheen Shah Afridi

Afridi showed great character and produced quality spells in now postponed Pakistan Super League (PSL) season five,

Last week the Australian Institute of Sport issued new guidelines expressly forbidding rubbing spit or sweat into t

Published 18 May, 2020 02:49pm

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Former England batsman Key recovering from 'mini stroke'

Key revealed he needed hospital treatment when the stroke occurred at the weekend. Former England batsman Rob

“I hope that there will be a team from Kashmir in next edition of PSL. I also want to play for that team,” says the

Published 16 May, 2020 04:37pm

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Coronavirus: Afridi extends helping hand beyond border

The Bangladeshi player made the announcement today on his Facebook, saying: "Shahid Afridi bought the bat on behalf

Published 16 May, 2020 11:08am

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Pakistan tour of England finalised

The men in green are expected to arrive in UK in mid-July. Pakistan tour of England has been finalised as bot

The 38-year-old criticised Australia’s T20 tournament saying that the organisers are more focused on entertainment

Published 14 May, 2020 12:41pm

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Akhtar responds to Rizvi’s defamation lawsuit

Rizvi had sent Akhtar a notice after being branded an "inept" person by the fastest bowler ever in a YouTube video.

Published 14 May, 2020 10:26am

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Hasan Ali may miss six months of action due to injury

The 25-year-old remained out of action for over three months in 2019 due to back injury and fractured ribs, respect

Published 14 May, 2020 10:06am

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Sodhi names Babar ‘toughest’ among ‘fab five‘

The leggie ranked his ‘fab five’ in order, where he placed the Pakistan limited-overs captain at the top. New

Published 13 May, 2020 04:06pm

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Nadeem Khan appointed Director High Performance

He was one of the 16 candidates who had applied for the role and was subsequently interviewed by Iqbal Qasim, Wasim

Published 13 May, 2020 01:02pm

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England's Buttler hopes enforced virus break prolongs cricket career

Buttler said some good may come from his enforced break, citing the example of All Black rugby greats such as Dan C

Published 13 May, 2020 11:53am

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Babar named captain for limited overs formats

The PCB made the announcement while revealing its list of centrally contracted players. Pakistan Cricket Boar

Updated 14 May, 2020 09:24am

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Amir, Wahab miss out central contracts, Sarfaraz demoted

Abid Ali, Mohammad Rizwan, Shan Masood and Shaheen Afridi get promotions; Iftikhar Ahmad other new face in the 18-p

Updated 13 May, 2020 10:50am

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PCB's cricket body meets today

The Pakistan Cricket Board (PCB)'s Cricket Committee will hold its second meeting of 2020 via video conference on Wednesday (today).

Published 13 May, 2020 12:07am

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Pak team head coach submits recommendations on players central contracts

Published 11 May, 2020 12:04am

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Wasim Akram to lead the bowling attack in Dilshan's Best ODI XI

Wasim played 104 Test matches for Pakistan, bagging 414 wickets at an average of 23.6, and 356 ODIs capturing 502 w

Published 10 May, 2020 01:10pm

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Cricket not to be the same again post COVID-19: Asian Bradman

Of course, it will not be the same. But they should go and play because it will at least be good for their fitness

Published 09 May, 2020 02:42pm

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Closed door games for India series might help Australia: Khawaja

Khawaja thinks that might not necessarily be a disadvantage for the home side given how much noise Australia's sign

Published 09 May, 2020 12:13pm

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Five Tests on cards for Pakistan this summer in England

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Spinners Tauseef Ahmed and Mushtaq Ahmed name their Dream Pairs

“I am very lucky that in my career I played with the likes of Abdul Qadir and Iqbal Qasim,” says the off-spinner.

The 35-year-old relinquished the captaincy in the limited-overs formats to Quinton de Kock. Former South Afri

Published 04 May, 2020 12:17pm

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Coronavirus: Rumman and Co. put historic cricket memorabilia for auction again

The pacer had generated over RS1 million by auctioning his personal cricket belongings last month and donated the am

Published 04 May, 2020 11:52am

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Wasim Akram choses Naseem Shah, Shaheen Afridi names the Ws in Dream Pairs series

“From the past bowlers I choose Fazal Mehmood, while I would like to pair with Naseem Shah amongst the present bowle

Published 04 May, 2020 09:41am

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Wasim, Babar to guide women cricketers online

To help players learn from the cricket's elite and remain focused on the game during the Covid-19 lockdown, the Pakistan Cricket Board (PCB) has organised online sessions for the Pakistan national women's team with the legendary Wasim Akram and Babar Azam

Published 04 May, 2020 12:07am

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England's Sri Lanka tour rescheduled for January 2021 says SLC CEO

England were scheduled to play Tests in Galle and Colombo in March before the coronavirus outbreak shut down sport

Published 02 May, 2020 03:41pm

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Afridi offers assistance for amicable solution to Akhtar, Rizvi conflict

Rizvi has sent Rs.100 million notice to Akhtar for his defamatory remarks regarding the Umar Akmal case.

Legendar

If you look at Umar Akmal's past, he was given several warnings during his time but he refused to show any change o

Published 30 Apr, 2020 03:52pm

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ECB postpones Hundred until 2021 due to COVID-19

The ECB had previously extended the shutdown on cricket in England and Wales until at least 1 July. The Engla

Published 30 Apr, 2020 01:43pm

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PSG crowned French Ligue 1 champions after season ended due to coronavirus

Authorities in France banned all sporting event until September, forcing the football season to an early conclusion

Published 30 Apr, 2020 11:18am

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Khawaja among six axed for Australia contract

All-rounder Mitchell Marsh returned to Cricket Australia's list of 20 nationally contracted players Thursday.

Published 30 Apr, 2020 10:19am

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Defamation case: Younis calls for evaluation of Akhtar’s remarks

The legal advisor send RS100 million notice to the world’s fastest bowler for his remarks regarding Umar Akmal’s ban

Published 30 Apr, 2020 10:04am

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PCB invites fans to make their dream cricket pairs

Towards the end of the campaign, the fans will also be asked to vote for a wicketkeeper who they would want to watc

Published 29 Apr, 2020 04:55pm

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ICC slaps corruption ban on Indian owner of T10 franchise

As a co-owner of the discontinued Sindhis franchise, Agarwal was charged with "obstructing or delaying an investiga

Published 29 Apr, 2020 04:02pm

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England's Moeen Ali calls for Hundred delay

ECB have long insisted the new 100-balls-per-side format is vital in attracting a new audience to the game En

Published 29 Apr, 2020 03:31pm

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Smith is 'strange' but a 'genius', says Stokes

The 30-year-old Smith averages over 62 in 73 Tests and improves to 65.11 when playing against arch-rivals England.

Published 29 Apr, 2020 12:56pm

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Australia's Warner says England tour 'highly unlikely'

The Australians were scheduled to play three one-dayers and three Twenty20 matches against England in July.

Published 29 Apr, 2020 12:43pm

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England's Moeen Ali calls for Hundred delay

"As players we want the Hundred played with all the best players around the world available to come and play so it

Published 29 Apr, 2020 12:40pm

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Amla's guidance help me succeed in PSL 5: Haider Ali

Haider Ali, who played for Peshawar Zalmi during PSL, has opened up on the pep talk he received from Hashim Amla, w

Published 29 Apr, 2020 11:52am

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PCB invites fans to make their dream cricket pairs

The PCB provides fans a chance to bring together batsmen and bowlers across different generations

Chairman of the Disciplinary Panel, former Justice Fazal-e-Miran Chauhan, in a short order on Monday, handed Umar Akmal a three-year ban from all cricket.

Published 28 Apr, 2020 12:54am

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Ramiz Raja slams Umar Akmal after three-year ban

The cricketer was banned from all forms of the game for the period of three years.

Former Pakistan opening batsma

Published 27 Apr, 2020 01:25pm

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Harif Rauf eagers to lock horns with the best at World T20

Lahore Qalandars pacer also shared his views about Pakistan-India clash. Pakistan emerging pace sensation Har

Published 27 Apr, 2020 01:06pm

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Wasim Akram proved an influencer for me: Kuldeep Yadav

Wasim sir used to like me a lot too. He didn’t speak much about bowling but prepared me a lot in terms of mentally

Published 27 Apr, 2020 12:25pm

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Umar Akmal handed three-year ban from all cricket

The right-handed batsman was provisionally suspended on February 20, 2020, just before the beginning of Pakistan Su

Updated 27 Apr, 2020 12:55pm

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Jofra Archer finds his World Cup medal at last

The 25-year-old Sussex fast bowler published a photograph of the medal on a bed with the caption: "Randomly searchin

Published 23 Apr, 2020 03:07pm

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Banned cricket hero Shakib auctions bat for Bangladesh virus victims

Shakib, once rated one of the best all-rounders in the game, was banned for two years last year for failing to repo

Published 23 Apr, 2020 02:27pm

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Sadiq Mohammad’s COVID-19 test taken at his residence

The cricketer requested Sindh Government to take coronavirus test as he is unable to go to the hospital being a seni

Published 22 Apr, 2020 02:52am

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Cricket Australia warns of 'hundreds of millions' in losses

Kevin Roberts said Australia was considering extending the four-Test series to five games, which would mean sacrifi

Published 21 Apr, 2020 11:37am

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Kamran Akmal unhappy with idea of online fitness tests

In an interview, the 38-year-old expressing his displeasure over the tests, advised Pakistan head coach-cum-chief s

Published 21 Apr, 2020 10:48am

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Cricket chiefs to discuss virus-hit global calendar

Thursday's conference call will bring together the chief executives of the International Cricket Council's 12 full

Published 20 Apr, 2020 02:54pm

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Rumman raises over RS1mn from auction for coronavirus victims

Sharing results of auction on his social accounts, he thanked everyone who took part in this cause and revealed tha

Published 20 Apr, 2020 01:07pm

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Umar Akmal hearing set for April 27

The batsman was issued a Notice of Charge by PCB under the PCB Anti-Corruption Code (the “Code”) on March 17, and h

Published 20 Apr, 2020 11:36am

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I follow Wasim Akram and Mitchell Starc closely: Shaheen Afridi

The 20-year-old pace sensation made this revelation during a Twitter session conducted by Pakistan Super League (PS

Published 20 Apr, 2020 10:25am

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Saleem Malik deserves a second chance to serve Pakistan: Inzamam

Malik was banned for life in 2000, following allegations of offering bribe to some Australian cricketers to under p

Published 19 Apr, 2020 07:57pm

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ICC warn players to beware fixers despite lockdown

There has been no major cricket played since last month and there's no certainty as to when any first-class, franch

Published 18 Apr, 2020 09:26pm

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Fans celebrate Minadad’s famous six that stunned India in 1986

Legendary batsman struck last ball maximum to lead Pakistan to victory in the final of the Austral-Asia Cup.

Published 16 Apr, 2020 09:20am

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Rumman puts his ‘Pakistan shirt’ for auction, seeks donations for needy people

The 28-year-old is running a charity himself along with his friends, which is aimed to help out the needy people aff

Updated 16 Apr, 2020 09:32am

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PCB identifies window to stage remaining PSL matches

With semifinals and final of the tournament to be played, the league was postponed following outbreak of novel coro

Published 15 Apr, 2020 09:54am

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Ehsan Mani rules out pay cuts in PCB despite loses due to COVID-19

Despite estimated losses of $5.2 million, PCB Chairman has ruled out laying off, furloughing or even forcing pay cu

Published 14 Apr, 2020 10:11am

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First class cricketer Zafar Sarfraz dies of coronavirus in Peshawar

Late Zafar Sarfraz played 15 first class matches while represented Peshawar Region and also played for National Ban

Published 13 Apr, 2020 08:01pm

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Batter around the world happy he got banned: Pietersen on Asif

Former England batsman praised Pakistan pacer stating ‘he was the best I faced’.

Former England batsman Kevin Pie

Published 13 Apr, 2020 01:39pm

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KP urges overseas Pakistanis to donate in PM Imran’s corona relief fund

The death toll from the virus in Pakistan have reached 93 till now with over 5000 affected from the deadly bug which

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I can’t wait get back to Pakistan for remaining PSL: Dunk

Australian batsman represented Lahore Qalandars in the T20 tournament. Australia’s Ben Dunk is anxiously wait

“At this time it is appropriate we follow our overarching policy which states that organised cricket in Pakistan wi

Published 04 Apr, 2020 01:05pm

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England cricket stars donate £500,000 to board, 'good causes'

Harrison unveil the ECB's £61 million ($76 million) aid package in response to the spread of COVID-19 which has see

 The Head Coach praised emerging talent and believes that they have a bright future a head.

The flu-like virus has infected more than 470,800 people around the world and killed over 21,200, since appearing i

Published 26 Mar, 2020 02:30pm

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Wahab Riaz challenges Azahar Ali to do ‘50 squats’ in row

Sports activities around the globe are being postponed due to coronavirus pandemic.

With not sports being played

Updated 26 Mar, 2020 11:11am

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PCB to make contribution in fight against COVID-19

Centrally contracted players to contribute PKR5million. All General Managers and above to donate two days’ sal

Published 25 Mar, 2020 04:33pm

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England skipper Root still in training despite virus

Last week the England and Wales Cricket Board announced a seven-week delay to the start of the 2020 season The

Published 24 Mar, 2020 08:24pm

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Hogg eager to see Babar v Kohli in Pakistan-India Test

The 49-year-old responded to a fan who asked which of the two batsmen was batter.

With the coronavirus threat looming large on England's home Test series against West Indies in June, the Caribbean cricket board has offered to host the matches, according to a report.

Published 20 Mar, 2020 12:00am

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Warner to defy Australia travel ban to play IPL

The T20 tournament has been delayed by April 15 due to coronavirus outbreak. The Australian opener is part of

Published 19 Mar, 2020 11:31am

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Tendulkar compares coronavirus battle to Test cricket

The world record-holding batsman said the virus was "beyond our collective comprehension" but could be beaten with

Published 19 Mar, 2020 10:52am

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West Indies offer to host England-Pakistan Test series

Pakistan will play England in three Tests and three T20Is from July 30. Cricket West Indies (CWI) has offered

Published 19 Mar, 2020 10:35am

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PCB confirms all 128 coronavirus test results negative

Tests were conducted on players, match officials, support staff, broadcasters and team owners. The Pakistan C

Published 19 Mar, 2020 09:11am

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South African cricketers in self-isolation

Members of the South African cricket team have been told to undergo a 14-day period of self-isolation and social distancing to prevent the spread of coronavirus following their return from an aborted tour of India. The players arrived back in South Africa

Published 19 Mar, 2020 12:00am

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Darren Sammy terms PSL V as great success

Peshawar Zalmi head coach Darren Sammy said on Wednesday that despite COVID 19, the Pakistan Super League (PSL)-20 in Pakistan was a great success. Darren Sammy expressed gratitude to Peshawar Zalmi family once again for having him. To all of the loving p

Published 19 Mar, 2020 12:00am

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Anderson fears virus could wreck English cricket season

It follows Wednesday's decision by the ECB to recommend the suspension of the recreational game. The County Ch

Published 18 Mar, 2020 10:30pm

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Pakistan cricketers pay touching tributes to late coach Bob Woolmer

Woolmer died on March 18, 2007 just a few hours after Pakistan’s shocking defeat against Ireland during the ICC Worl

Published 18 Mar, 2020 11:25am

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PSL delayed as player catch COVID-19 symptoms

Pakistan Cricket Board (PCB) on Tuesday postponed the last three matches of HBL Pakistan Super League (PSL) 2020 with immediate effect and the two semi-finals and the final will be rescheduled for a later date amid COVID-19 fears.

Published 18 Mar, 2020 12:00am

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PSL franchises term postponement a prudent decision

Terming the PCB's decision to postpone the remaining matches of the fifth edition of PSL V 2020 as the prudent decision," representatives of the five franchises said they respect the PCB decision.

Published 18 Mar, 2020 12:00am

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Archer condemns racist abuse after being targeted online

England fast bowler Jofra Archer has posted an image of racist abuse he received on social media and called on authorities to deal with the issue properly.

Published 18 Mar, 2020 12:00am

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Alex Hales denies testing positive of coronavirus

The England batsman played for Karachi Kings in HBL PSL2020.
Ramiz Raja stated may be Alex Hales was having sympt

Published 17 Mar, 2020 12:36pm

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HBL PSL2020 postponed due to foreign player suspected with coronavirus: Wasim Khan

Semifinal, final of the tournament will be rescheduled for later date. Overseas player having coronavirus symp

Published 17 Mar, 2020 10:20am

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Alex Hales reportedly develops corona symptoms: Ramiz Raja

England batsman was part of Karachi Kings squad in HBL PSL 2020.
He played seven games for the Kings and scored 2

Updated 17 Mar, 2020 12:31pm

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PCB postpones HBLPSL 2020 due to coronavirus

Semifinals of the tournament were scheduled to be played today.

Pakistan Cricket Board (PCB) on Tuesday postponed

Updated 17 Mar, 2020 08:00am

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Ireland cricket tour of Zimbabwe postponed

Ireland's tour of Zimbabwe has been postponed due to the global coronavirus pandemic, cricket chiefs announced on Monday. The two sides were due to play three Twenty20 internationals and three one-day internationals next month

Published 17 Mar, 2020 12:00am

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South Africa's PSL postpone league over coronavirus

Published 16 Mar, 2020 01:21pm

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Qalandars lose key players ahead of semifinal against Kings

They will host Karachi in the semifinal on March 17.

Semifinal and final of the tournament will be played in Lahore. Semifinal line-up for the Habib Bank Limited

Newly-appointed Bangladesh one-day international cricket captain Tamim Iqbal on Saturday pleaded for time in order to make a difference in his role. Tamim was appointed last week replacing Mashrafe Mortaza, who stepped down following a three-match series

Published 15 Mar, 2020 12:00am

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Karachi Kings sail through PSL V semi-final

With its fifth victory in 28th match of HBL PSL V 2020 against Islamabad United by four wickets, the Karachi Kings sailed through the semi- final joining Multan Sultans.

Match was peing played at National Stadium Karachi. Peshawar Zalmi fell three-run short from directly qualify

Published 13 Mar, 2020 07:09pm

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Islamabad United lose foreign players after Peshawar Zalmi

As many as 14 players and two officials have decided to leave PSL amid corona outbreak. KARACHI: Following th

The decision to close the doors of National Stadium Karachi (NSK) for spectators in upcoming HBL Pakistan Super League (PSL) 2020 matches has cast a shadow on the arrangement of ODI and a Test match against Bangladesh in Karachi.

Published 13 Mar, 2020 12:00am

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HBL PSL2020: Sharjeel, Babar lead Kings to a dominating win against Qalandars

Both openers struck half-centuries to lead Kings to a 10-wicket victory. Match was being played at National St

Updated 12 Mar, 2020 06:19pm

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IPL could go 'TV-only' over Coronavirus: official

Cricket leaders will meet on Saturday to decide whether the Twenty20 tournament featuring top international players

Published 12 Mar, 2020 11:48am

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Karachi Kings, Lahore Qalandars set for exciting match in Karachi today

Karachi Kings and Lahore Qalandars will face-off in the 26th fixture of the HBL Pakistan Super League under National Stadium floodlights on Thursday (today) aiming to strengthen their chances of qualifying for next week's playoffs.

Published 12 Mar, 2020 12:00am

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Imad Wasim sees victory crucial

Imad Wasim, captain Karachi Kings termed the match with Lahore Qalandars (to be played on March 12 at National Stadium Karachi (NSK)) important to seal their place in top fours.

Published 12 Mar, 2020 12:00am

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Qalandars Dilbar Hussain fined for Code of Conduct breach

Dilbar Hussain of Lahore Qalandars' has been fined for breaching the PCB Code of Conduct for Players and Player Support Personnel during his side's PSL-2020 fixture against Peshawar Zalmi at the Gaddafi Stadium on Tuesday.

Published 12 Mar, 2020 12:00am

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Bangladesh thrash Zimbabwe to win T20 series

Opener Liton Das maintained his superb form as Bangladesh thrashed Zimbabwe by nine wickets in the second Twenty20 international to clinch the two-match series 2-0 in Dhaka on Wednesday.

Published 12 Mar, 2020 12:00am

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Waqas Maqsood confirmed as Aamer Yamin’s replacement in Karachi in PSL

The 29-year-old sustained the injury while bowling in his side’s fixture against Lahore Qalandars on Sunday. He has

Published 11 Mar, 2020 12:32pm

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PCB income increases 108pc in 2019

The PCB generated a total of Rs 10.696 billion income in 2019 through different sources against the income of Rs 5.

Published 11 Mar, 2020 12:18pm

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Gladiators, United in tough spot for HBL PSL knockouts

Defending Champions sit at bottom of the table. Six games to be played in the tournament before playoff and el

Published 11 Mar, 2020 11:28am

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Dilbar Hussain fined for breaching Code of Conduct

The incident happened in the 18th over Zalmi’s innings when Hussain dismissed Haider Ali. Peshawar Zalmi fined

Published 11 Mar, 2020 09:34am

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Babar looking players for World Cup squad

With focus on Pakistan Super League-(PSL), star batsman Babar Azam, who is skipper of Pakistan T-20 cricket team, is keeping an eye on those players who can be selected for the ICC T20 World Cup 2020. "PSL and World Cup are two different things; I am focu

Published 11 Mar, 2020 12:00am

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HBL PSL2020: Qalandars down Zalmi by five wickets

Match is being played at Gaddafi Stadium Lahore.

Bangladesh on Sunday named opening batsman Tamim Iqbal as captain of the national one-day side, replacing pace bowler Mashrafe Mortaza. Mashrafe stepped down as ODI captain this week after the third and final game of a three-match series against Zimbabwe.

Published 09 Mar, 2020 12:00am

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Afghanistan seals T20 series win against Ireland

Teenage spinner Mujeeb Ur Rahman took three wickets to help Afghanistan beat Ireland by 21 runs and claim an unassailable 2-0 series lead in the second Twenty20 international in India on Sunday.

Published 09 Mar, 2020 12:00am

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Sultans beat United to become first side to qualify for play-offs

The nine-wicket victory further consolidated Sultans’ stay at the top of the HBL PSL 2020 points table. R

Published 08 Mar, 2020 03:25pm

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Hardik Pandya returns to India squad for ODIs against South Africa

The 26-year-old underwent successful surgery for a lower-back injury in October and had not played since then.

Published 08 Mar, 2020 11:43am

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Dominant Australia crush India to win fifth T20 World Cup

Alyssa Healy smashed a quick-fire 75 and Beth Mooney an unbeaten 78 as the defending champions plundered an ominous

Published 08 Mar, 2020 11:41am

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FSL cricket tournament begins in Jamrud

Forth edition of Fata Super League (FSL) cricket tournament was inaugurated here in Shahkas, Jamrud on Saturday.

Published 08 Mar, 2020 12:00am

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Injured Kieron Pollard to miss HBL PSL 2020 matches

All-rounder Kieron Pollard, who is former skipper of West Indies T20 team has been ruled out of the HBL PSL 2020 due to right thigh injury.

Published 08 Mar, 2020 12:00am

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HBL PSL 2020 Live: Qalandars lose openers chasing 98 against Gladiators

Match is being played at Gaddafi Stadium Lahore. Lahore Qalandars have won the toss and elected to bowl first

Updated 07 Mar, 2020 04:28pm

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HBL PSL2020: Zalmi down United by 7 runs on D/L method

Match is being played in Rawalpindi Cricket Stadium.

The fans attending the HBL PSL 2020 fixtures at the Gaddafi Stadium in Lahore have access to top-class first aid facilities as the Punjab government has set up a 20-bed temporary hospital at the ground floor of the National Hockey Stadium.

Published 07 Mar, 2020 12:00am

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Six-machine Russell leads Windies to T20 series victory in Sri Lanka

Though West Indies are reigning World T20 champions it was their first series win in the format in more than a year

Published 06 Mar, 2020 10:40pm

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Bangladesh whitewash Zimbabwe in ODI series as Liton breaks record

Opener Liton struck 176 off 143 balls to beat the mark set by Tamim Iqbal, who hit an unbeaten 128 on Friday, just

Published 06 Mar, 2020 10:15pm

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HBL PSL2020 Live: Rain stops play between Kings and Sultans

Match is being played at Gaddafi Stadium Lahore.

Karachi Kings have won the toss and elected to bowl first agains

The foreign star cricketers Hashim Amla and Darren Sammy Thursday met with madrassa students, played match and exchanged coaching tips with them.

Published 06 Mar, 2020 12:00am

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Defending champions Australia to face India in women's T20 World Cup final

The title holders stormed into their sixth final with a five-run win over South Africa in a tense battle that saw t

Published 05 Mar, 2020 03:52pm

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No current threat to South Africa series, IPL: Indian board

The 13th season of the eight-team IPL, which is played in cricket's shortest Twenty20 format, is scheduled to begin

Khyber Super League Cricket Tournament was inaugurated at Konj Sports Ground, Landi Kotal on Wednesday. The sports activity was organized under the banner of Konj Sports Committee and member provincial assembly Shafiq Sher Afridi was the chief guest on th

Published 05 Mar, 2020 12:00am

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West Indies defeat Sri Lanka in T20

Oshane Thomas took five wickets for 28 runs as West Indies beat Sri Lanka by 25 runs in their first Twenty20 international on Wednesday. Lendl Simmons hit an unbeaten 67 as West Indies, who chose to bat, made 196-4. Thomas's bouncer-laden fast bowling dev

Published 05 Mar, 2020 12:00am

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Sindh govt, PCB chalk out strategy to avert coronavirus threats during HBL PSL matches in Karachi

Daily Business Recorder highlighted negligence of concerned authorities on 2nd, March, 2020, failing to take precau

Published 04 Mar, 2020 03:02pm

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HBL PSL2020 Live: Munro leads United to 198 against Qalandars

Match 17 is being played at Gaddafi Stadium Lahore Lahore Qalandars have won the toss and elected to bowl fir

Updated 04 Mar, 2020 03:42pm

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Pakistan-Bangladesh ODI rescheduled

Win in Karachi Test will help Pakistan jump to third on ICC World Test Championship points table. The Pakista

Published 04 Mar, 2020 12:11pm

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Sammy, Amla meet Prime Minister Imran Khan in Islamabad

Khan congratulated Sammy on receiving honorary citizenship of Pakistan.
“Javed Afridi and Daren Sammy have worked

Published 04 Mar, 2020 10:17am

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South Africa to face Australia in women T20 World Cup semis as rain hits tournament

South Africa will face defending champions Australia in the women's Twenty20 World Cup semi-finals after their match against the West Indies was washed out Tuesday, leaving India to take on England. The Proteas needed to avoid defeat against the already-

Published 04 Mar, 2020 12:00am

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Tamim stars as Bangladesh edge Zimbabwe to seal series

The partnership ended in the second ball of the final over when Zimbabwe needed 20 runs as Al-Amin Hossain dismisse

Published 03 Mar, 2020 10:23pm

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HBL PSL 2020 Live: Qalandars down Gladiators by 37 runs

Match 16 is being played at Gaddafi Stadium Lahore. Quetta Gladiators have won the toss and elected to field first i

Updated 03 Mar, 2020 06:58pm

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Tamim powers Bangladesh to 322-8 with record ton

Tamim's first century in nearly two years beat the 154 runs he scored against the same opponents in 2009, as Bangla

Published 03 Mar, 2020 01:10pm

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PCB appears ineffective to avoid coronavirus threat during HBL PSL 2020

Pakistan Cricket Board (PCB) appears ineffective to ensure thermal scanning of the spectators at the stadiums during Pakistan Super League (PSL) matches to prevent spreading coronavirus in the country, despite having four cases reported in Karachi and Isl

Updated 03 Mar, 2020 10:26am

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PM to inaugurate KP U-21 Games

Prime Minister Imran Khan will inaugurate the Pakistan biggest ever KP U-21 Games involving 26000 athletes in 32 male and 27 female disciplines on March 8, 2020 here at Qayyum Sports Complex.

Published 03 Mar, 2020 12:00am

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Two more parking facilities at Gaddafi Stadium

To provide easy access to fans to the Gaddafi Stadium for the HBL Pakistan Super League fixtures, two new parking facilities have been added to the roaster, the Pakistan Cricket Board (PCB) announced on Monday.

Published 03 Mar, 2020 12:00am

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Coronavirus forces England to ditch hand shakes in Sri Lanka: Root

The Yorkshire batsman said instead of shaking hands, England players will greet each other with fist bumps. "A

Updated 04 Mar, 2020 10:42am

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Australia's Maxwell joins Lancashire for T20 Blast

"We were very unfortunate not to progress further after dominating the North Group and I was so impressed with the

Published 02 Mar, 2020 10:19pm

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HBL PSL2020 Live: Malik guides Zalmi to 151 against Kings

Match 15 of HBL PSL season five is being played at Rawalpindi.

Karachi Kings have won the toss and elected to

Updated 02 Mar, 2020 03:53pm

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Watch Dale Steyn sharing bowing tips with Rumman Raees

South Africa legend is part of Islamabad United squad.

The two teams will now play two Twenty20 internationals on Wednesday and Friday in Pallekele. The hosts restri

While the Asian Cricket Council (ACC) will be meeting in Dubai and it is expected that the Asia Cup-2020 T20 Tournament will be held in Dubai and both India and Pakistan will also participate, it has been learnt.

Published 01 Mar, 2020 12:00am

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Imran Tahir hopeful of his team performing well in next PSL matches

"I'm impressed and grateful to the people who come to support Multan Sultans team and it was an honor for them," he

Published 29 Feb, 2020 10:25pm

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United-Zalmi match washed out in Rawalpindi

The two former champions shared the two points (one-each). Rawalpindi received heavy rain on Friday night and

Published 29 Feb, 2020 04:27pm

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HBL PSL announces discounted tickets for students

Exciting 30% discount on remaining league matches tickets for students under the HBL PSL ‘March Madness’ offer.

Published 29 Feb, 2020 02:44pm

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India, Pakistan to clash at neutral Asia Cup venue

The tournament had been scheduled for Pakistan in September but India had refused to take part unless it was held o

Published 29 Feb, 2020 11:07am

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HBL PSL2020: Sultans down Gladiators by 30 runs

Match was being played at Multan Cricket Stadium.

KARACHI: Table-toppers Multan Sultans further strengthened

Updated 29 Feb, 2020 02:02pm

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Women's T20 World Cup: England beat Pakistan, South Africa hit record total

South Africa clubbed the highest total at a women's T20 World Cup to crush minnows Thailand by a massive 113 runs Friday, while England eased past Pakistan to stay on track for a place in the semi-finals.

Published 29 Feb, 2020 12:00am

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Injured Haris Rauf to be replaced by Salman Irshad

Pacer Haris Rauf will be replaced by Salman Irshad, the right-arm fast-medium bowler, in Lahore Qalandars' camp after the former was ruled out due to an injury in his right foot. Haris is likely to miss the next two to three HBL Pakistan Super League 2020

Published 29 Feb, 2020 12:00am

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Injured Rabada out of Australia, India series

South African fast bowler Kagiso Rabada has been ruled out of the one-day international series against Australia, starting in Paarl on Saturday, as well as a short tour of India next month. Rabada suffered a groin strain during the third and final Twenty2

Published 29 Feb, 2020 12:00am

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Quality cricket being seen in HBL PSL V 2020

The HBL Pakistan Super League 2020 has gotten off to a tremendous start as high-quality cricket has kept fans at the edge of their seats. This year's edition, which is the first instance of the league being played in Pakistan, has produced some riveting c

Published 29 Feb, 2020 12:00am

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Big blow for Pakistan Women’s team

Skipper ruled out of the ICC Women’s T20 World Cup 2020 after suffering fracturing her right thumb. Pakistan

Updated 28 Feb, 2020 11:00pm

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HBL PSL2020: Sultans down Kings by 52 runs

Match was played at Multan Cricket Stadium.

KARACHI: Multan Sultans recorded their second successive home win

Updated 28 Feb, 2020 02:31pm

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Women's T20 World Cup: India pip New Zealand to reach semis as Australia edge closer

Teenage prodigy Shafali Verma helped India earn a nail-biting win over New Zealand Thursday and reach the women's Twenty20 World Cup semi-finals, as defending champions Australia inched closer to joining them.

Published 28 Feb, 2020 12:00am

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Sri Lanka brings back Perera, Pradeep into T20 squad

Sri Lanka have recalled all-rounder Thisara Perera to the 15-member Twenty20 to play two matches against the visiting West Indies. The cricket board said right-arm medium-pacer Nuwan Pradeep, who was dropped from the three-match Twenty20 series against In

Published 28 Feb, 2020 12:00am

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HBL PSL2020: Cutting leads Gladiators to five wicket victory against united

Match is being played at Rawalpindi Cricket Stadium. Quetta Gladiators have won the toss and elected to bowl

Updated 27 Feb, 2020 06:23pm

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Women's Twenty20 World Cup: Pakistan off to an impressive start; England post victory

Pakistan beat West Indies and England defeated Thailand in the women's Twenty20 World Cup matches played on Wednesday. Pakistan got their tournament off to an impressive start, beating the West Indies with 10 balls to spare.

Published 27 Feb, 2020 12:00am

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Sri Lanka clinch ODI series

Sri Lanka crushed West Indies by 161 runs in the second one-day international to clinch the series in Hambantota on Wednesday.

Published 27 Feb, 2020 12:00am

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Cricket greats meet PM Imran Khan

Duo — Watson and Sir Viv — are part of defending HBL PSL champions Quetta Gladiators.

Cricket greats Sir Vivian R

Published 26 Feb, 2020 03:20pm

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Knight hits first ton of T20 World Cup as England cruise to victory

The 2009 champions had looked vulnerable as they crashed to a six-wicket defeat against South Africa in their openi

Published 26 Feb, 2020 02:42pm

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HBL PSL 2020: Sultans in control chasing 123 against Zalmi

Match is being played at Multan Cricket Stadium

Multan Sultans have won the toss and elected to bowl first agains

Updated 26 Feb, 2020 04:52pm

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Ex-skipper Du Plessis out of South Africa ODI squad

Du Plessis, who stepped down from the captaincy in all forms of the game earlier this month, is being rested along

Published 26 Feb, 2020 01:40pm

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Fernando and Mendis power Sri Lanka to 345-8 against West Indies

Fernando, who blasted 127, and Mendis, who made 119, put on 239 runs in Sri Lanka's highest third-wicket stand

Published 26 Feb, 2020 01:38pm

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HBL PSL V 2020 resumes today: PCB appreciates viewers' response in Karachi and Lahore matches

The Pakistan Cricket Board (PCB) has expressed gratitude to the Karachi and Lahore cricket fans for embracing the first-ever complete HBL Pakistan Super League edition five in Pakistan by almost filing the National and Gaddafi Stadium, respectively for ea

Published 26 Feb, 2020 12:00am

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PCB sees no complain over ball changing incident

The Pakistan Cricket Board (PCB) confirmed that match referee Roshan Mahanama has not received an official complaint from Quetta Gladiators against Peshawar Zalmi for changing the condition of the ball during their 22 February fixture of the HBL Pakistan

Published 26 Feb, 2020 12:00am

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Bangladesh's Nayeem spins Zimbabwe to heavy Test defeat

The big victory in Dhaka ended a six-match losing streak for the hosts and handed centurion Mominul Haque his first

Published 25 Feb, 2020 10:49am

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Lahore Qalandars fined for slow over-rate

Lahore Qalandars have been fined for maintaining a slow over-rate during their one-wicket loss against Islamabad United in the seventh match of the HBL Pakistan Super League 2020 at the Gaddafi Stadium on Sunday.

Published 25 Feb, 2020 12:00am

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Women's T20 World Cup: Australia stay in contest, India beat Bangladesh

Defending champions Australia returned from the brink of elimination to pip Sri Lanka but India underlined their title credentials with their second successive victory in the Women's Twenty20 World Cup in Perth on Monday.

Published 25 Feb, 2020 12:00am

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Oman cricketer gets seven-year ban

Oman's Yousuf Abdulrahim Al Balushi has been banned for seven years for match-fixing, the International Cricket Council said on Monday. The 29-year-old attempted to fix games and tried to enlist a team-mate to help him, the ICC said.

Published 25 Feb, 2020 12:00am

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New Zealand thrash India in first Test

With a dark cloud hanging over New Zealand cricket since last month's humiliating 3-0 defeat in Australia, Kane Williamson's side delivered the perfect response to their critics with a 10-wicket win over India in the first Test on Monday.

New Zealand quick Trent Boult declared himself "happy to be back" as he bagged three wickets to leave India struggling for survival at stumps on day three of the first Test in Wellington on Sunday. India, faced with a 183-run first-innings deficit, were 1

Published 24 Feb, 2020 12:00am

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Bangladesh dominate Zimbabwe

Najmul Hossain and skipper Mominul Haque hit half-centuries as Bangladesh replied strongly to Zimbabwe in their one-off Test in Dhaka on Sunday. Najmul made 71 off 139 balls while Mominul was unbeaten on 79 as Bangladesh reached 240-3 at stumps on the sec

The West Indies overcame a batting stutter to defeat gallant debutant Thailand by seven wickets at the women's Twenty20 World Cup in Perth on Saturday.

Published 23 Feb, 2020 12:00am

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West Indies recall Russell for Sri Lanka T20 series

"Shimron Hetmyer missed out on selection for the ODI squad," said lead selector Roger Harper. "He has since at

Published 22 Feb, 2020 11:00pm

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HBL PSL 2020: Zeeshan guides Sultans to 164 against United

Match is being played here at Gaddafi Stadium Lahore. Multan Sultans have won the toss and elected to bowl fi

Updated 22 Feb, 2020 03:49pm

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CCAD being observed during HBL PSL2020 matches today

All four teams, match officials and match commentators at both venues are wearing gold ribbons, synonymous with Chi

Published 22 Feb, 2020 01:47pm

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HBL PSL 2020 Live: Akmal stars as Zalmi down Gladiators by six wickets

Match is being played at Karachi’s National Stadium.
Quetta have won their opening game while Peshawar are yet to

ECB chief executive Tom Harrison says there are no plans to introduce four-day Test matches in England as debate swirls over the future of the longest form of the game.

Published 22 Feb, 2020 12:00am

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HBL PSL2020: Multan Sultans won by 5 wickets against Lahore Qalandars

Match is being played at Gaddafi Stadium Lahore on Friday Multan Sultans have won the toss and elected to bow

Karachi and Quetta emerged as victorious on the opening day of the 4th KP Zalmi Twenty20 Blind Cricket Cup being played at Hayatabad Sports Complex on Thursday.

Published 21 Feb, 2020 12:00am

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HBL PSL5 opening ceremony underway in Karachi

Quetta Gladiators and Islamabad United will face each other in the opening game at the National Stadium. Renow

Updated 20 Feb, 2020 03:07pm

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Gladiators opt Anwar Ali as Umar Akmal’s replacement

The middle-order batsman was suspended with immediate effect under Article 4.7.1 of the PCB Anti-Corruption Code.

Published 20 Feb, 2020 09:50am

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Massive blow to Gladiators as PCB suspends Umar Akmal

Quetta Gladiators to face Islamabad United in opening match of HBL PSL2020 Akmal was suspended under Article 4

Updated 20 Feb, 2020 08:56am

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PSL 5 opening ceremony to cost millions

The figure translates up to roughly 210 million rupees, as the opening ceremony will feature renowned performers an

Published 20 Feb, 2020 07:03am

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Around 98 percent tickets of opening match sold

Around 98 percent tickets of opening match of HBL PSL V 2020 Quetta Gladiators and Islamabad United has been sold; said the officials of PCB ticketing partner.

Published 20 Feb, 2020 12:00am

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Foreign players taking part as Snowboarding Championship opens

large number of local and foreign tourists, lovers of snow games thronged the scenic Malam Jabba ski resort to take part in the International Snowboarding Championship and enjoy the event on Wednesday.

"Periodic breaks for me seem to work pretty OK," he added. "With the travelling, practice sessions and the int

Published 19 Feb, 2020 11:58am

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Cricket's coming home: Pakistan hosts star-studded T20 league

"For the fans, this will be a long-awaited opportunity to see their cricketing heroes live in action and reinforce

Published 19 Feb, 2020 11:51am

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HBL PSL5 trophy unveiled in Karachi

PSL season five is all set to kick off from Thursday at National Stadium.
The trophy was unveiled by squash icon

Published 18 Feb, 2020 12:00am

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Patel makes Black Caps squad for India Tests

Mumbai-born Ajaz Patel is in line for a dream appearance against India after the left-arm spinner was named Monday in the Black Caps' 13-man squad for the two-Test series beginning on Friday.

Published 18 Feb, 2020 12:00am

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Autobiography of veteran cricket commentator launched

'Far More Than A Game' an autobiography of renowned cricket writer and broadcaster Qamar Ahmed was launched on Monday at HBL Tower.

Published 18 Feb, 2020 12:00am

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India to play day-night Tests against Australia, England: Ganguly

"Day-night Test will happen and we will make a public announcement -- the second Test against England next year. Ye

Published 17 Feb, 2020 11:10am

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Jahangir Khan will unveil HBL PSL 2020 trophy

For what will be the first-ever trophy unveiling ceremony on the Pakistani soil, squash icon Jahangir Khan will bring the HBL PSL 2020 trophy at the National Stadium, Karachi, on Wednesday, 19 February, for its unveiling. The trophy unveiling ceremony wil

Published 17 Feb, 2020 12:00am

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Morgan leads England to T20 series win against South Africa

England captain Eoin Morgan went on a six-hitting spree to take his side to a series win in a high-scoring third and final Twenty20 international against South Africa at SuperSport Park on Sunday. Morgan slammed seven sixes in an innings of 57 not out off

United Nations High Commission for Refugees (UNHCR) has announced its partnership with Peshawar Zalmi to promote the refugee cause through cricket in Pakistan.

Published 14 Feb, 2020 12:00am

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All set for inaugural match of PSL-5 in Karachi: Chief Secretary

The chief secretary said it was a matter of great honor that inaugural match of PSL-5 was being played in Karachi.

Published 13 Feb, 2020 08:10pm

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Watch: Sammy kicks off preparation for PSL5 in Karachi

The PSL5 is all set to begin from February 20 at the National Stadium.
Former West Indies skipper arrived in the

Published 13 Feb, 2020 09:21am

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Best talent is coming up from HBL-PSL, says Rizwan

Test cricketer Muhammad Rizwan on Wednesday said that best talent is coming up because of the successful holding of HBL-PSL and termed the event toughest for all the teams part of the event for this year.

Published 13 Feb, 2020 12:00am

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Marylebone Cricket Club team due in Lahore

The Marylebone Cricket Club (MCC) team is due here on Thursday (today), to play three 20-over and one 50-over matches.

Published 13 Feb, 2020 12:00am

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Bangladesh U19 world champions return to a hero's welcome

Thousands of ecstatic fans celebrated on the streets and a stadium crowd screamed "we are the champions" as Bangladesh returned home to a hero's welcome on Wednesday after winning the ICC Under-19 Cricket World Cup.

Published 13 Feb, 2020 12:00am

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Injured Maxwell to miss tour to SA

Glenn Maxwell's hopes of returning to international cricket were dashed Wednesday when it was announced the big-hitting batsman will miss Australia's tour to South Africa this month through injury.

Published 13 Feb, 2020 12:00am

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Misconduct by Umar Akmal, inquiry ends

The Pakistan Cricket Board (PCB) has concluded an inquiry into alleged misconduct by batsman Umar Akmal during a fitness test earlier this month saying the incident happened due to a 'misunderstanding.'

Published 13 Feb, 2020 12:00am

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Bangladesh U-19 world champions return to a hero's welcome

They stunned four-time winners India in the final late on Sunday in South Africa's Potchefstroom to record a three-

Published 12 Feb, 2020 07:47pm

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England apply late brakes on South Africa in T20 opener

South Africa made a competitive 177 for eight after being sent in but looked set for a much bigger total before Sto

Published 12 Feb, 2020 07:26pm

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Hafeez cleared to bowl again in England

Off-spinner's action was reported during a T20 Blast game last year. The 39-year-old’s was subsequently banned

Published 12 Feb, 2020 12:32pm

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Injured Maxwell to miss Australia's tour to South Africa

Maxwell will have arthroscopic surgery on his left elbow on Thursday to fix loose fragments of bone and is expected

Published 12 Feb, 2020 11:35am

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Foakes, Jennings earn calls

Ben Foakes and Keaton Jennings are back in England's Test squad for the first time in 12 months after being picked for the tour of Sri Lanka.

Published 12 Feb, 2020 12:00am

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ICC to use no-ball technology for women's World T20

Front-foot no ball technology will be used for the first time in a global cricket tournament later this month at the women's T20 World Cup in Australia, the International Cricket Council (ICC) announced on Monday.

Published 12 Feb, 2020 12:00am

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Warner takes step to cricket redemption with top Australia honour

David Warner's bid to redeem himself after a damaging ball-tampering scandal has taken another step forward with the opening batsman winning Australia's highest cricketing honour.

Published 12 Feb, 2020 12:00am

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Steyn sets sights on World Cup

Dale Steyn is determined to be part of South Africa's squad for the T20 World Cup in Australia in October and November after switching his focus from Test cricket to the shortest form of the game.

Published 12 Feb, 2020 12:00am

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India suffer ODI clean sweep in New Zealand

India suffered a rare series whitewash as New Zealand posted a five-wicket win in the third and final one-day international at Mount Maunganui on Tuesday.

Published 12 Feb, 2020 12:00am

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Five players charged by ICC after U-19 World Cup final

Three Bangladesh players and two of their Indian opponents have been charged by the International Cricket Council (ICC) after unsavoury scenes following the Under-19 World Cup final on Sunday.

Published 12 Feb, 2020 12:00am

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PCB and WAPDA to hold exhibition match at Mohmand in March

Published 11 Feb, 2020 12:00am

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ICC to use no-ball technology for women's World T20

The television umpire will monitor the landing position of the front foot after every ball and tell the on-field um

Published 10 Feb, 2020 11:55pm

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Waqar Hassan: Last surviving member of Pakistan inaugural Test XI passed away

He was member of the side that played India in Delhi in October 1952. The right-hander went on to play 21 Test

Published 10 Feb, 2020 11:05am

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Naseem youngest to record hat-trick as Bangladesh face defeat

Teenage paceman Naseem Shah became the youngest player to record a Test hat-trick as Pakistan closed in on victory against Bangladesh in Rawalpindi on Sunday. Just when Bangladesh seemed to have fought their way back into the match at 124-2, minutes befor

Published 10 Feb, 2020 12:00am

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England survive late collapse, square series

England survived a late collapse to square the series when they beat South Africa by two wickets in the third and final one-day international at the Wanderers Stadium on Sunday.

Published 10 Feb, 2020 12:00am

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Lara shines as cricket royalty raises money for bushfire relief

Brian Lara showed he still has what it takes with a stylish 30 not out as cricketing royalty helped raise money to aid Australian bushfire relief in a charity match Sunday. The West Indian legend stroked a series of lofted cover drives and straight drives

Published 10 Feb, 2020 12:00am

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Bangladesh beat India to win U-19 World Cup

Bangladesh captain Akbar Ali kept his calm to lead his team to a stunning three-wicket win over India in Potchefstroom to win the Under-19 World Cup for the first time. Chasing 178 to win, Bangladesh were struggling at 102 for six but Akbar, who finished

Published 10 Feb, 2020 12:00am

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Playing in front of home crowd gives more confidence to players: Babar

Babar lauded Naseem Shah for his performance on the day saying, "I really enjoy the youngster's second spell."

Published 09 Feb, 2020 10:12pm

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Skipper Akbar steers Bangladesh to Under-19 World Cup triumph

Chasing 178 to win, Bangladesh were struggling at 102 for six but Akbar, who finished 43 not out, dragged them towa

Published 09 Feb, 2020 07:15pm

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Naseem breaks hat trick record as Bangladesh face defeat

Naseem had figures of 4-26 before he left the field with a shoulder injury. He achieved that feat at 16 years

Published 09 Feb, 2020 01:13pm

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Naseem removes Saif after Pakistan put on big 212-run lead

Fighting to save the Test, Bangladesh were 51-1 at tea on the third day, with opener Tamim Iqbal on a confident 32

Published 09 Feb, 2020 12:22pm

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Babar, Shan tons help Pakistan dominate

Sparkling hundreds from Babar Azam and Shan Masood put Pakistan in command against Bangladesh on the second day of the first Test at Rawalpindi on Saturday. Azam scored a career best unbeaten 143 for his third successive hundred in as many Tests - fifth o

Published 09 Feb, 2020 12:00am

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Replacement picks finalised for HBL PSL-2020

Eight new players were drafted during the Player Replacement Draft from the six HBL Pakistan Super League (PSL) squad for the upcoming edition, which commences on 20th February.

Published 09 Feb, 2020 12:00am

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Advertising recall survey to be conducted during PSL 2020

Pulse Consultant, a discerning market research firm of Pakistan, has announced its plan to conduct an ad recall survey during HBL Pakistan Super League 2020. The study will collect information from 10 cities across the country comprising 52 percent of nat

Published 09 Feb, 2020 12:00am

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New Zealand take ODI series win over India

New Zealand wrapped up the one-day series against India with veteran Ross Taylor and debutant Kyle Jamieson combining to set up a 22-run win in game two in Auckland on Saturday. The pair put on an unbeaten 76-run partnership following a middle-order colla

Published 09 Feb, 2020 12:00am

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Pak gets third place in ICC U19 cricket World Cup

The wash-out meant a third place finish for two-time champions Pakistan on the virtue of more points in group match

Published 08 Feb, 2020 08:51pm

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PM welcomes Bangladesh cricket team on Pakistan’s soil

The prime minister, the former skipper of 1992 World Cup triumphant Pak cricket team, on his twitter account also

Former Pakistan batsman Nasir Jamshed was jailed for 17 months on Friday after pleading guilty to conspiracy to bribe fellow cricketers as part of a Twenty20 spot-fixing scheme.

Published 08 Feb, 2020 12:00am

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Nasir Jamshed jailed for 17 months over spot-fixing

Sentencing them all at Manchester Crown Court in northwest England, judge Richard Mansell said Anwar and Ijaz had e

Bangladesh cricket team will be arriving on Wednesday (February 5) for the first of the two-match Test series at the Pindi Cricket Stadium, Rawalpindi, from February 7 to 11.

Published 04 Feb, 2020 12:00am

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Pakistan ready to face India in ICC U19 Cricket World Cup semi-final

“I was playing well against Afghanistan before I got run out. But I feel confident that I will deliver in the semi

Published 03 Feb, 2020 10:13am

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Haris Rauf named in BBL 09 team of the year

Pakistan pacer claimed 16 wickets during his first run in the tournament. The 26-year-old joined Melbourne Sta

Published 03 Feb, 2020 09:59am

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India post T20 series sweep against New Zealand

A dramatic New Zealand collapse in which six wickets fell for 25 runs gave India a seven-run win in the fifth and final Twenty20 at Mount Maunganui on Sunday to sweep the series. Jasprit Bumrah led the rout to finish with the impressive figures of three f

Published 03 Feb, 2020 12:00am

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PCB's first BoGs meeting today

As promised by PCB Chairman Ehsan Mani, the first meeting of the Pakistan Cricket Board (PCB) Board of Governors (BoGs) of the year and 57th overall, will be held at Peshawar on Tuesday (February 4). This will be the first-ever meeting in the Khyber Pakht

Sri Lanka batsman Kusal Mendis frustrated Zimbabwe's hopes of a series-levelling win at the Harare Sports Club Ground with a stubborn 116 not out as the second Test petered out to a draw on Friday. Sri Lanka's 10-wicket win in the first Test last week at

Published 01 Feb, 2020 12:00am

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India snatch another super over T20 victory against New Zealand

India snatched the fourth Twenty20 against New Zealand on Friday after yet another super over was needed to separate the two sides after the scores were tied following the regulation 20 overs. New Zealand, batting first in the decider, made 13 with Tim Se

Published 01 Feb, 2020 12:00am

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Raza takes career-best 7 wickets as Zimbabwe pad lead

Zimbabwe all-rounder Sikandar Raza picked up a career-best seven wickets as the hosts built a 175-run lead over Sri Lanka on the third day of the second Test in Harare on Wednesday.

Published 30 Jan, 2020 12:00am

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Sharma's six of the best gives India T20 series against New Zealand

Rohit Sharma smacked a six off the final ball of a dramatic super over for India to win the third Twenty20 against

Published 29 Jan, 2020 11:46am

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Australian HC gives good wishes to Pakistan's women cricket team

Dr. Geoffrey Shaw, Australian High Commissioner to Pakistan said that Pakistan Super League (PSL) will play a crucial role in building confidence and change the players' minds about the country.

Published 29 Jan, 2020 12:00am

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Official anthem of HBL PSL 2020 released

Tayyar Hain, the official anthem of the HBL Pakistan Super League 2020 has been released across the country via the leading television news channels on Tuesday.

Published 29 Jan, 2020 12:00am

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Saud to captain Pakistan Shaheens against visiting MCC team

Pakistan Cricket Board (PCB) has rewarded batsman Saud Shakeel for leading Pakistan to 50-over ACC Emerging Teams Asia Cup 2019 title by naming him as captain for the one-off 50-over fixture against the Marylebone Cricket Club.

Published 29 Jan, 2020 12:00am

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Saud Shakeel to lead Pakistan Shaheens against MCC

The tour schedule will be announced in due course but the MCC team will visit Lahore from 13 to 19 February. T

Published 28 Jan, 2020 10:57am

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England thump South Africa in fourth Test to win series 3-1

Ben Stokes and Mark Wood made a double strike shortly before tea, breaking stubborn South African resistance and setting up a 191-run win for England on the fourth day of the fourth and final Test at the Wanderers Stadium on Monday.

Published 28 Jan, 2020 12:00am

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Pacer Umar Gul pleased with crystal plaque

Pacer Umar Gul was honoured, here Monday for his Pakistan record figures of five for six in T20Is when Pakistan Cricket Board (PCB) Chairman Ehsan Mani presented him with a crystal plaque. The ceremony took place in the PCB Chairman's office after the thi

Published 28 Jan, 2020 12:00am

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Williams century gives Zimbabwe upper hand against Sri Lanka

A fine second Test century by Sean Williams enabled Zimbabwe to dominate the opening day of the second Test against Sri Lanka in Harare on Monday, as they reached 352 for six at the close.

Published 28 Jan, 2020 12:00am

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Williams century gives Zimbabwe upper hand against Sri Lanka

The Zimbabwe captain, who won the toss and chose to bat first, made 107 from 137 balls, an innings which swung betw

Published 27 Jan, 2020 07:06pm

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Du Plessis, Root play down on-field incident

Du Plessis appeared to bump into Buttler while exchanging words with Broad on the fourth afternoon of the fourth Te

Published 27 Jan, 2020 07:06pm

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IPL to introduce concussion sub, third umpire for no balls

"The concussion substitute and the no-ball rule are new additions for the season," the president of the Board of Co

Published 27 Jan, 2020 07:02pm

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PCB honours veteran Umar Gul

Pacer recorded figures of 3-0-6-5 against New Zealand at The Oval in Pakistan’s successful ICC Men’s T20 World Cup

Published 27 Jan, 2020 01:41pm

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Woakes and Stokes break through for England in final Test

Rassie van der Dussen was given out leg before wicket to Woakes in the same over but a review showed the ball was g

Published 27 Jan, 2020 10:30am

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India win second T20

With miserly bowling and another KL Rahul half-century, India again outclassed New Zealand as they coasted to a seven-wicket victory in the second Twenty20 match in Auckland on Sunday to go 2-0 up in the series.

Published 27 Jan, 2020 12:00am

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England set weary South Africa world record 466 to win final Test

Joe Root made a patient half-century as England set South Africa a world record target of 466 to win the fourth and final Test at the Wanderers Stadium on Sunday. The England captain scored 58 and played an anchor role before he was last man out as Englan

Published 27 Jan, 2020 12:00am

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South Africa 'hold on to positivity' as huge Test defeat looms

With two days left in the match, England are comfortably placed to complete a 3-1 series triumph. "If you look

Published 26 Jan, 2020 07:10pm

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Philander fined in last Test for Buttler send-off

Philander announced last year that he would be retiring from international cricket after the series against England

Published 26 Jan, 2020 12:14pm

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Wood stars as England power closer to series victory

Mark Wood starred as England took a huge stride towards securing a series win when they dominated the second day of the fourth and final Test against South Africa at the Wanderers Stadium on Saturday.

Published 26 Jan, 2020 12:00am

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'Exciting cricket ahead for Quetta Gladiators'

Nadeem Omar, owner of Quetta Gladiators, one of the franchises of the Pakistan Super League (PSL) has said that his team would be looking to defend their title by playing more responsibly in the PSL 2020 edition.

Published 26 Jan, 2020 12:00am

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Hafeez, Babar star as Pakistan clinch T20I series against Bangladesh

Both scored unbeaten half centuries to secure a nine-wicket victory against Bangladesh. Third and final T20I o

Updated 25 Jan, 2020 01:08pm

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Pakistan win first T20 against Bangladesh by five wickets

Pakistan beat Bangladesh by five wickets in the first T20 International to take 1-0 lead of three match T20 series here at Gaddafi Stadium on Friday amid stringent security adopted by the law enforcement agencies.

Published 25 Jan, 2020 12:00am

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Crawley hits maiden fifty before South Africa fight back

Zak Crawley's maiden Test half-century gave England a solid foundation before South Africa struck back on the first day of the fourth and final Test at the Wanderers Stadium on Friday.

Published 25 Jan, 2020 12:00am

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India beat New Zealand in emphatic run chase

India cast aside talk of travel fatigue with half-centuries from Lokesh Rahul and Shreyas Iyer headlining an emphatic run chase to beat New Zealand with an over to spare in the opening Twenty20 match in Auckland Friday.

Peshawar Zalmi has remained the center of attention for foreign ambassadors ahead of PSL 5. The ambassadors of Spain after Turkey and Germany has presented a good luck message to Peshawar Zalmi. A press release issued here on stated Thursday Peshawar Zalm

Quinton de Kock was on Tuesday named as South Africa's one-day international captain as part of a long term transition plan.

Published 22 Jan, 2020 12:00am

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Sri Lanka take lead in Harare

Angelo Mathews and Kusal Mendis both struck measured half-centuries as Sri Lanka reached 295 for four at close of play on a stodgy third day of the first Test against Zimbabwe in Harare on Tuesday.

Published 22 Jan, 2020 12:00am

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Injured Dhawan ruled out of India's ODI, T20 squad for NZ tour

Dhawan’s hand will be in a sling and he has been advised rest for some time. He will start his active rehab managem

England captain Joe Root produced a Test-best bowling performance. They finished a day marked by a largely woe

England were 224 for four at the end of an attritional day during which South Africa had briefly claimed the advant

Published 16 Jan, 2020 11:08pm

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Haris Rauf named in Pakistan squad for Bangladesh T20Is

Malik and Hafeez returned to national side after being axed for Sri Lanka and Australia series.
Ahsan Ali and Ama

Published 12 Jan, 2020 11:01pm

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Malinga ready to quit after T20 debacle in India

Returning from the series, the 36-year-old told reporters that Sri Lanka was just not good enough to make an impact

Published 12 Jan, 2020 11:46am

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New fitness standards set for the Pakistan cricket team: Misbah

Head coach and chief selector Misbah-ul-Haq has said that the new fitness standards for the Pakistan national cricket team have been set in line with the fitness models of the four of the topmost cricket playing nations.

Published 12 Jan, 2020 12:00am

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KP U-21 Games trophy, logo unveiled

The trophy and logo of the Khyber Pakhtunkhwa Under-21 unveiled in a colourful ceremony at North Waziristan and Dera Ismail Khan Districts with hundreds and thousands of youth turned and enjoyed amidst tight security measures.

Published 12 Jan, 2020 12:00am

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Triangular T20 Women's Cricket Championship: PCB Challengers beat PCB Dynamites by 42 runs

Opener Muneeba Ali's 108 runs helped PCB Challengers to a 42-run win over PCB Dynamites in the third match of the National Triangular T20 Women's Cricket Championship on Saturday.

Published 12 Jan, 2020 12:00am

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Pakistan team leaves with good wishes for U-19 Cricket World Cup

Pakistan national men's team extended best wishes to the Under-19 side upon their departure to South Africa for the participation in the ICC Under-19 Cricket World Cup.

Sarfaraz Ahmed, the skipper of the Pakistan side which lifted the ICC Under-19 Cricket World Cup in 2006, made a visit to the ongoing Pakistan Under-19 camp, here at the National Cricket Academy on Monday and shared his experience of playing the biggest a

Published 07 Jan, 2020 12:00am

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OGDCL beat APL in OGCC tournament

Oil & Gas Development Company Limited (OGDCL) won the toss and elected to bat first. The start was not good for the team and it lost quick wickets in the first 10 overs. Waqar Shah along with Jamshed and Azhar helped the team to post a defendable total on

Published 07 Jan, 2020 12:00am

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Cricket incomplete without Pak-India games: Miandad

A full-fledged Pak-India bilateral series is needed to improve relations between both the countries as the series w

Published 06 Jan, 2020 12:49pm

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Aussies take control after Lyon takes five

Australia took a commanding 243-run lead over plucky New Zealand in the third Test in Sydney on Sunday, looking set for a clean sweep of the series. The Australians dismissed the Black Caps for 251 to lead by 203 runs on the first innings before batting a

Published 06 Jan, 2020 12:00am

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Rain spoilsports India-Sri Lanka T20 clash

Damp patches on the pitch due to rain forced the abandonment of the first Twenty20 international between India and Sri Lanka without a ball being bowled in Guwahati on Sunday despite groundsmen even turning to a hair dryer and steam iron in a desperate at

Published 06 Jan, 2020 12:00am

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Defiant Sibley puts England in control

A gritty 85 not out from opener Dom Sibley ground down South Africa's bowlers as England took control on the third day of the second Test against South Africa at Newlands. Sibley, playing in only his fourth Test, came in during the morning session after J

Published 06 Jan, 2020 12:00am

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Sri Lanka's sacked cricket coach demands $5 million compensation

Sacked coach Chandika Hathurusingha has demanded $5 million in compensation from Sri Lanka Cricket over the premature termination of his contract, an official said Sunday. The former Sri Lankan Test star and coach made the claim after the two sides failed

Published 06 Jan, 2020 12:00am

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Hair dryer, steam iron fail to save rain-hit India-Sri Lanka T20 clash

Damp patches on the pitch due to rain forced the abandonment of the first Twenty20 international between India and

Published 05 Jan, 2020 11:01pm

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HBL-PSL matches: Famous curator Atkinson to help improve pitches quality

With a view to standardise pitches across the country, the Pakistan Cricket Board (PCB) has hired the services of renowned curator Andy Atkinson.

Published 05 Jan, 2020 12:00am

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Labuschagne's double ton boosts Australia total

New Zealand made a secure start after a Marnus Labuschagne double century lifted Australia to a massive 454 first innings total in the third Test on Saturday.

Published 05 Jan, 2020 12:00am

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Irfan Pathan retires

India all-rounder Irfan Pathan Saturday retired from international cricket more than seven years after playing his last match for the national cricket team.

Published 05 Jan, 2020 12:00am

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Kohli opposes four-day Tests

India captain Virat Kohli on Saturday hit out at proposals to cut Test matches from five days to four as the world body battles with the crowded cricket calendar.

Published 05 Jan, 2020 12:00am

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Kohli no fan of four-day test concept

Australia have said they will seriously consider the concept, while England will back making it mandatory from 2023

Published 04 Jan, 2020 12:27pm

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Pakistan players may take a pay cut as fitness test set to start

The fourth term fitness tests of the centrally contracted players will be held here at the National Cricket Academy (NCA) on January 6 and 7.

Published 04 Jan, 2020 12:00am

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Pope gives sputtering England a late lift

Ollie Pope gave England's travelling fans something to cheer about late on an otherwise disappointing first day of the second Test for England against South Africa at Newlands on Friday.

Published 04 Jan, 2020 12:00am

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Labuschagne ton as Australia take advantage of depleted Kiwis

Marnus Labuschagne hit his fourth century in just 14 Tests to guide Australia into a commanding position against virus-hit New Zealand on the opening day of the third Test in Sydney on Friday.

The logo and a glittering trophy of the KP U-21 Games-2020 carrying a record 22907 male and female players in 27 female and 32 male Games unveiled in a colourful ceremony held at Nishtar Hall here Wednesday. A total of 1200 female and male players from al

Sam Curran took four wickets for England, while Quinton de Kock played a crucial innings of 95 for South Africa on the first day of the first Test at SuperSport Park on Thursday.

Published 27 Dec, 2019 12:00am

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Injured photographer delays play

Photographer Christiaan Kotze became part of the story on Thursday when he was injured in front of the sightscreen and caused a delay to the start of a Test match - and possibly contributed to South African batsman Dean Elgar's wicket.

Published 27 Dec, 2019 12:00am

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De Kock leads South Africa fightback v England

Quinton de Kock fell five runs short of his century after dragging South Africa out of early trouble to 277 for nin

England will have to make "a very late call" on their playing XI for the first Test against South Africa. But

Published 24 Dec, 2019 11:34pm

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Liverpool's Klopp turns cricket's Du Plessis into fan

South African cricket captain Faf du Plessis said on Tuesday that a chance meeting with Liverpool manager Jurgen Kl

Virat Kohli declared it "a great year" for India cricket after ending 2019 on a high with a series-clinching win over the West Indies. The India captain's masterful 85 set up a successful 316-run chase on Sunday to win the third one-day international by f

Published 24 Dec, 2019 12:00am

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Naseem becomes youngest pacer to claim 5 wickets in Tests

Naseem’s feat made him the youngest pacer and overall second youngest bowler to pick up five-wicket haul in an innings o

Published 23 Dec, 2019 11:38am

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Pakistan close in on series win despite Oshada ton

Sri Lanka opener Oshada Fernando struck a maiden century to delay Pakistan's victory quest after the home team's top four all scored hundreds in the second Test in Karachi on Sunday. Set a daunting 476 runs to win, Sri Lanka were tottering at 97 for five

Published 23 Dec, 2019 12:00am

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Kohli stars as India hold nerve to win ODI series

Skipper Virat Kohli smashed 85 to help India pull off a nervous chase of 316 to win the third one-day international by four wickets against West Indies and clinch the series on Sunday. India relied on a key 58-run sixth-wicket stand between Kohli and Ravi

Published 23 Dec, 2019 12:00am

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Race against time for ill English bowling trio

England bowlers Jofra Archer, Stuart Broad and Jack Leach did not make use of a last opportunity for a bowl in their warm-up match on Sunday, suggesting it could be a close call for their participation in the first test against South Africa.

Published 23 Dec, 2019 12:00am

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Pakistan close in on series win despite Oshada ton

Sri Lanka opener Oshada Fernando struck a maiden century to delay Pakistan's victory quest after the home team's to

Published 22 Dec, 2019 01:30pm

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Abid, Masood give Pakistan edge over Sri Lanka

The second-highest opening partnership of 278runs between Abid Ali and Shan Masood is turning the table in favour of hosts, taking the lead of 315 runs against Sri Lanka on a third day of second and final test match at National Stadium Karachi (NSK).

Published 22 Dec, 2019 12:00am

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KP to unveil logo of U-21 Games on January 1

The logo of the Khyber Pakhtunkhwa U-21 Games carrying a record 22907 male and female players in 27 female and 32 male Games will be unveiled on January 1, 2020, Director General Sports KP Asfandyar Khan Khattak told the media men in a briefing here at Qa

Published 22 Dec, 2019 12:00am

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Abid Ali, Shan Masood flay Sri Lanka in second Test

Published 20 Dec, 2019 12:00am

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Legendary cricketer Sadiq Muhammad 'humiliated'

Pakistan Cricket Board, which is celebrating the return of international cricket in Pakistan, has shown sheer negligence to honour legendary cricketer Sadiq Muhammad, issuing him a complementary pass of general enclosure instead of Chairman Box to witness

Published 20 Dec, 2019 12:00am

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Pakistan win toss, bat against Sri Lanka in second Test

Pakistan captain Azhar Ali won the toss and opted to bat in the second and final Test against Sri Lanka. The r

Published 19 Dec, 2019 09:17am

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Sharma 159 helps India draw level with West Indies

Opener Rohit Sharma smashed 159 in a power packed batting show to set up India's 107-run series-levelling win over West Indies in the second one-day international on Wednesday.