Pakistan Cricket Team
Imad Wasim signs with Melbourne Renegades for second half of BBL 2020-21
Pakistan bowling allrounder will join the Renegades from December 26 following Pakistan's T20I series with New Zealand
April 12, 2024
Afridi to return to Pakistan from LPL for 'personal emergency'
The former Pakistan captain said he would rejoin the LPL once his situation was resolved
April 17, 2024
Dilbar Hussain returns to Melbourne Stars for BBL 2020-21
He returns to the Stars for the entire season after his surprising debut in last years BBL against the Brisbane Heat
April 12, 2024
PCB chief Wasim Khan assures Babar Azam of long-term captaincy
"He is our best batsman, young and mentally very strong and he himself wanted to take on the responsibility for all three formats"
April 12, 2024
Raza Hasan 'expelled' from Quaid-e-Azam trophy after Covid-19 protocol breach
PCB's High Performance Director calls spinner's actions "irresponsible and damaging"
April 12, 2024
ICC makes U-turn, to revisit plan for extra global event in next eight-year cycle
Those reliant on ICC revenue want it, while ones that earn more from bilateral series don't
April 10, 2024
Shahid Afridi to end his quarantine early, cleared to play Galle Gladiators' opening LPL game
He arrived in Sri Lanka only on Tuesday having missed his flight the day before, and took an antibody test soon after arrival
April 12, 2024
India vs Pakistan, World Cup 2019 - the match that changed everything for Lancashire chief
How Old Trafford encounter inspired English club's foray into Indian market
April 17, 2024
ICC news
Virat Kohli, Kane Williamson, Steven Smith, Joe Root nominated for ICC men's cricketer of the decade award
Kohli is the only men's player who has been nominated for all major awards
April 14, 2024
Asad Shafiq hundred, thrilling draw headline fourth QeA round
Khyber Pakhtunkhwa went to the top of the table with their second win in four, after a win over Central Punjab
April 18, 2024
Shahid Afridi misses flight to Sri Lanka, likely to miss two LPL matches
Details of his next attempted flight have not been firmed up, although Gladiators hope he can arrive by Wednesday
April 13, 2024
Imran Khan's Kabul visit might help revive Afghanistan vs Pakistan bilateral cricket
"Afghanistan playing Pakistan has a big [commercial] potential and a big viewership," PCB CEO Wasim Khan says
April 17, 2024
Amir, Hafeez, Malik, Wahab secure preferential PCB treatment for seniority
The four players will continue to receive Category A fees, while other non-contracted players get Category C fees
April 12, 2024
LPL 2020 - Sohail Tanvir, Canada batsman Ravinderpal Singh test positive for Covid-19
The Colombo Kings player's participation is now contingent on his recovery and signoffs from medical authorities
April 11, 2024
ICC confirms altered points system for World Test Championship
The board also introduced a minimum age restriction for international cricket which will apply across all cricket
April 16, 2024
2022 Women's T20 World Cup in South Africa postponed to February 2023
The major tournaments on the women's calendar for 2022 now include the ODI World Cup, the Commonwealth Games and the Ashes
April 13, 2024
Sami Aslam is considering quitting Pakistan cricket
It is likely he would be involved initially in the T20 franchise league USA Cricket is trying to establish
April 12, 2024
England plan for full calendar and return of crowds in 2021 home season
Five Tests against India, women's tours by New Zealand and South Africa included in provisional schedule
April 18, 2024
England confirm October 2021 dates for historic return to Pakistan
Two T20Is in Karachi, in first visit for 16 years, will form part of T20 World Cup build-up
April 12, 2024
Imad Wasim confident in 'game-changing' Karachi players ahead of historic final
Karachi Kings captain also stressed his players had great respect for Lahore Qalandars
April 12, 2024
England's proposed tour of Pakistan postponed until late 2021
Planned goodwill trip in New Year off the agenda for now due to cost, availability issues
April 13, 2024
Pakistan's biggest rivalry set to light up PSL final
Karachi's process vs Lahore's momentum. The game needs no more billing than that
April 18, 2024
Wiese, Rauf set up Lahore Qalandars vs Karachi Kings PSL final clash
The winner will face Karachi Kings in the PSL final
April 12, 2024
Babar, Wasim and Amir put Karachi in the PSL final after dramatic Super Over
Imad Wasim felt he was confident his batsmen had the ability to chase whatever was set.
April 12, 2024
FICA wants 'clear global solutions' to tackle contract breaches in sanctioned cricket
Body calls on ICC and its member boards to show "willingness to prioritise and act on" the matter
April 15, 2024
Younis Khan to be Pakistan's batting coach till 2022 T20 World Cup
The PCB also has the option to extend his contract till the 2023 50-over World Cup.
April 12, 2024
Babar Azam replaces Azhar Ali as Pakistan Test captain
Azam is now the captain across all three formats, bringing to an end Azhar's brief second stint
April 17, 2024
Usman Qadir takes four as Pakistan sweep Zimbabwe 3-0
Pakistan have handed a debut to batsman Abdullah Shafique
April 11, 2024
PCB appoints Board of Governors' first female director in Alia Zafar
The changes made to the constitution of the PCB take effect, with four independent directors nominated to the Board of Governors
April 18, 2024
Confident Pakistan target clean sweep against lacklustre Zimbabwe
Zimbabwe need their experienced hands to show the way, while Pakistan might be tempted to experiment with their XI
April 12, 2024
Usman Qadir finally hits the zone, and puts on a show to remember
It's taken him time to get to international cricket, and on Sunday, he showed that he belonged there
April 18, 2024
Usman Qadir leads fine Pakistan bowling performance to seal series
Haider Ali and Babar Azam slam fifties to make quick work of small chase
April 13, 2024
Unchanged Pakistan opt to bowl, Zimbabwe bring in Donald Tiripano for Tendai Chatara
This is also the 50th T20I for umpire Ahsan Raza, the first to reach the landmark
April 14, 2024
Babar Azam's 82 trumps Wesley Madhevere's 70* as Pakistan take 1-0 lead
Zimbabwe brought in Elton Chigumbura, Ryan Burl and Tendai Chatara, while Mohammad Hafeez returned for Pakistan
April 12, 2024
Pakistan news
PCB wants Younis Khan to lead High Peformance Centre in Karachi
This, in addition to his role as Pakistan's batting consultant
April 17, 2024
Foregone conclusion? Anything but, as Pakistan and Zimbabwe switch focus to T20Is
Their win in the final ODI should give the visitors enough confidence to put their best game on display
April 18, 2024
Hasan Ali injures himself again, after returning to Quaid-e-Azam Trophy
He has sustained a strain in his groin after five months of extensive rehabilitation of his back
April 12, 2024
Balochistan's Bismillah Khan tests positive for Covid-19
He had shown symptoms during the second round match against Southern Punjab in the Quaid-e-Azam trophy
April 13, 2024
Back-to-back wins give Southern Punjab big lead at the top
Northern beat Central Punjab, while Khyber Pakhtunkhwa escape with a draw against Sindh
April 12, 2024
Blessing Muzarabani the hero, twice, as Zimbabwe win final ODI in Super Over shootout
The visitors have lost the series but the World Cup Super League points still up for grabs
April 12, 2024
Pakistan eye clean sweep; Zimbabwe search for top-order form
Zimbabwe may feel some progress has been made if they don't walk away empty handed
April 13, 2024
DRS: Should Haider Ali have been given out?
What happens when technology and the naked eye contradict each other, as was the case in the second ODI?
April 12, 2024
Iftikhar Ahmed, Babar Azam script series win for Pakistan
Pakistan hand debuts to Muhammad Musa and Haider Ali
April 18, 2024
Aleem Dar set to break record for most ODIs as on-field umpire
The Pakistani official has stood in 387 international games so far, also a world record
April 18, 2024
Expect Pakistan to shake off the rust and hit the next gear in second ODI
Zimbabwe might rue not getting over the line in the first game against an off-colour opposition
April 13, 2024
Brendan Taylor: 'Pakistan's death bowling took game away from us'
Azam lauds Riaz and Afridi, but calls for a better performance on the batting front
April 12, 2024
Wasim Khan considers options before committing to new PCB deal
Chief executive has year to run on contract but may put family first after pressures in role
April 12, 2024
Shaheen Afridi tops Brendan Taylor to make it 1-0 for Pakistan
International cricket returns to the subcontinent with the first ODI in Rawalpindi
April 11, 2024
Babar Azam: Can't afford to take anything for granted against Zimbabwe
"This time around the competition will be good; they have brought in experienced players and you will see different cricket"
April 18, 2024
Nasir Jamshed granted bail in wait for deportation hearing
Former Pakistan cricketer was sentenced to 17 months in prison for role in spot-fixing
April 15, 2024
Sarfaraz Ahmed trumps Azhar Ali as Sindh win, Hussain Talat 253 routs Northern
In Karachi, Yasir Shah finished with eight wickets in Balochistan's win
April 17, 2024
Bradburn looks to revolutionise Pakistan's coaching structure
Wants country's coaches to prioritise match-winning performances over individual statistics
April 12, 2024
Saleem Malik dealt blow after judge terms appeal 'unnatural'
Saleem Malik was dealt a blow after the independent adjudicator said there was no obligation on the PCB to reintegrate him into the fold
April 12, 2024
With no 'future with Pakistan' in Test cricket, Salman Butt turns focus to non-playing role
PCB has offered the former captain a commentator's job for the upcoming season of the Quaid-e-Azam Trophy
April 13, 2024
Pakistan news
PSL, Zimbabwe games moved from Lahore due to smog
"Cannot compromise on heath of players or officials," says PCB chief executive
April 12, 2024
PCB tweaks Quaid-e-Azam trophy points system to encourage attacking cricket
Batting sides with higher scoring rates will get additional bonus points, as will bowling sides for taking more wickets inside 100 overs
April 17, 2024
Azhar Ali set to lose Test captaincy
ESPNcricinfo understands the change is likely to happen as early as Pakistan's upcoming tour of New Zealand in December
April 12, 2024
Nasir Jamshed faces extended prison term for spot-fixing role
Former Pakistan cricketer faces deportation under home office rules governing length of sentence
April 12, 2024
Warwickshire among England counties considering Pakistan for pre-season tour
Club mulling visit to Lahore to prepare for 2021 season after revelations England may travel to the country
April 18, 2024
Zimbabwe land in Pakistan but head coach Lalchand Rajput pulls out
The former India batsman did not travel despite getting clearance from Pakistan's foreign office
April 11, 2024
PCB to ICC: Ensure visas for Pakistan players for T20 World Cup 2021 in India
Wasim Khan also says bilateral India-Pakistan series can't happen in the foreseeable future
April 13, 2024
Amir dropped for Zimbabwe series, Shadab appointed white-ball vice captain
No place for Malik, Sarfaraz and Amir in 22-member squad
April 18, 2024
'Completely unacceptable': PCB 'disturbed' as nine Pakistan players breach Covid-19 protocols
"They have put at risk the integrity of the tournament and health and safety of their colleagues"
April 18, 2024
Umar Gul retires from all forms of cricket
He made the decision after his side, Balochistan, were eliminated from the National T20 Cup
April 12, 2024
Women's cricket lines up for 2022 Commonwealth Games debut on opening day
The eight-team women's T20 competition will begin on July 29 and will be contested over eight days at Edgbaston
April 18, 2024
ECB confirms plans to undertake first tour of Pakistan in more than 15 years
'Short white-ball tour' in early 2021 could be England's first visit since 2005
April 10, 2024
Once-ridiculed Azam Khan steps out of his father's shadow
Azam Khan was mocked when he first made his debut at last year's PSL, but no one's laughing at him now
April 12, 2024
Pakistan domestic cricketer reports corrupt approach during National T20 Cup
The player in question has not represented Pakistan in international cricket
April 18, 2024
Azam Khan and Anwar Ali the stars as Sindh book semi-final spot
Sarfaraz Ahmed's team trumps table-toppers Northern by 25 runs in high-scoring contest
April 12, 2024
Misbah-ul-Haq to quit Pakistan chief selector's role; set to continue as head coach
He will continue to be the team's head coach
April 12, 2024
Verdict reserved in landmark Saleem Malik case
Case is being heard by retired judge Fazal-e-Miran Chauhan, and judgement is expected in 15 days
April 19, 2024
Eight days off from release, Nasir Jamshed faces prospect of deportation to Pakistan
Jailed former Pakistan batsman likely to learn of his immediate fate next week
April 10, 2024
Haris Rauf, Imad Wasim put Northern in semi-finals
Southern Punjab slide to fifth loss in six games to sit bottom of the table
April 12, 2024
Rawalpindi to host Zimbabwe ODIs, Lahore gets T20Is
The PCB has swapped the venues but the tour dates remain the same
April 12, 2024
Lahore to replace Multan as partial host for Zimbabwe tour
Multan was originally scheduled to host the three-match ODI series
April 11, 2024
Legal battle looms as players seek commercial rights protections from ICC
FICA has written to ICC seeking recompense for players' commercial exploitation with ICC partners
April 18, 2024
Shaheen Afridi's second five-for seals dominant Khyber Pakhtunkhwa win
Afridi took 5-21 while Imam-ul-Haq made 88 to give Khyber Pakhtunkhwa and Balochistan their third win each
April 12, 2024
Northern maintain perfect start; Southern Punjab stay winless
South Punjab were undone by Balochistan to fall to their fourth straight loss, while Northern made it four wins in four thanks to a half-century from Zeeshan Malik
April 13, 2024
All-round Shadab Khan maintains Northern's perfect start
Meanwhile, Southern Punjab fell to their third successive defeat
April 18, 2024
Shaheen Afridi five-for gives Khyber Pakhtunkhwa first points
Sohail Khan and Sharjeel Khan star as Sindh get past Central Punjab
April 12, 2024
Shadab Khan, Haris Rauf star as Northern see off Southern Punjab
The pair took seven wickets between them, ensuring Zeeshan Ashraf's 37-ball 73 went in vain
April 12, 2024
Former Bermuda batsman David Hemp appointed Pakistan women's coach
Hemp, 49, is presently based in Australia and has worked with Melbourne Stars and Victoria in the Women's Big Bash League
April 18, 2024
Balochistan snatch thrilling two-run win against Sindh
Sindh needed three off the last two deliveries, but successive run-outs condemned them to defeat.
April 12, 2024
PCB, PSL to settle financial dispute out of court
The PCB agreed to meet with the PSL owners on October 7 to try and resolve their long-standing issues
April 11, 2024
Who is Abdullah Shafique?
All you need to know about the 20-year old batsman whose debut century handed Central Punjab a win against Southern Punjab
April 12, 2024
National T20 Cup: Northern, Central Punjab start with wins as batsmen make merry on opening day
Kamran Akmal, Abdullah Shafique and Haider Ali among the heavy scorers on the day in Multan
April 12, 2024
Pakistan to tour New Zealand for two Tests and three T20Is in December
No bio-secure bubble needed after mandatory 14-day quarantine period on arrival
April 10, 2024
Faisal Iqbal gets NOC to rejoin Balochistan
PCB says it's pleased the coach has "promptly and swiftly" resolved the issues that led to the NOC being denied earlier
April 12, 2024
Pakistan cricket
PCB vs PSL franchise owners - board commits to finding 'practicable and acceptable' solutions
Franchises' petition "misdirected and was liable to be dismissed", says PCB's legal counsel
April 17, 2024
PCB withdraws Balochistan first XI coach Faisal Iqbal from National T20 Cup after PIA delays NOC
The former Pakistan batsman also breached quarantine protocols for domestic cricket
April 12, 2024
Shaheen Afridi 'focusing on all formats' with red-ball cricket 'not going anywhere'
The fast bowler is keen to maintain his fitness in order to play all three formats for Pakistan
April 18, 2024
Cricket for some, not for all - where does the women's game stand?
As top-level women's cricket resumes this week, what's the state of the game among the major nations after six months of Covid-19 hiatus?
April 11, 2024
Bypassed for meeting with Imran Khan, Ehsan Mani summons Misbah-ul-Haq and Azhar Ali
PCB chairman displeased at being bypassed by the head coach and selector and Test captain
April 13, 2024
Imran Khan rejects players' plea to reinstate department cricket in Pakistan
Prime Minister says he convinced Misbah, Ali and Hafeez with "great difficulty" on new system's virtues
April 11, 2024
Official confirmation of Pakistan tour 'imminent' - ZC chairman Mukuhlani
Zimbabwe Cricket are set to obtain government clearance to visit Pakistan for a limited-overs series next month
April 14, 2024
Independent adjudicator for Saleem Malik sting operation appeal set
An independent adjudicator has been appointed to hear the appeal in the case involving a sting operation potentially implicating Saleem Malik in April 2000
April 12, 2024
Umar Gul: We need departmental cricket back in Pakistan
Misbah-ul-Haq says cricketers who have lost livelihoods shouldn't be left "deserted" by the PCB and the government
April 12, 2024
Michael Holding: England, Australia reasons for not continuing to take a knee are 'lame'
ECB says it remains committed to "critical change" after comments from West Indian great
April 18, 2024
Sarfaraz Ahmed was hesitant to play third T20I against England
The wicketkeeper-batsman was concerned that his tour would be judged on the basis of just one game
April 14, 2024
Salman Butt refuses to play National T20 Cup after Central Punjab demotes him
He was due to captain their second XI, but it didn't turn out that way
April 12, 2024
Pakistan were on a T20I losing streak when I took over - Misbah-ul-Haq
He calls for more patience as he looks to lead Pakistan to the top of the T20I charts
April 12, 2024
Iqbal Qasim resigns as PCB cricket committee head
Says the role was "toothless" and the board wasn't paying heed to the committee's recommendations
April 12, 2024
PCB amps up white-ball formats with eye on ICC tournaments in 2021-22
Quaid-e-Azam Trophy will be held in Karachi; domestic season to begin September 30
April 12, 2024
Ehsan Mani: 'Healthier' to not have next ICC chairman from 'Big Three'
PCB chairman says "ICC is crying out for more independent directors"
April 15, 2024
Pakistan news
PSL 2020 to conclude in mid-November as cricket returns to Pakistan
The National T20 Cup set to begin later this month, followed by the Quaid-e-Azam Trophy
April 12, 2024
Shaheen Shah Afridi, Imad Wasim confirm Hampshire, Nottinghamshire deals
They join Pakistan team-mate Babar Azam in the competition
April 18, 2024
Tom Banton zooms up T20I batsmen's rankings after solid run against Pakistan
Babar Azam holds on to top spot, Mohammad Hafeez makes big gains, Dawid Malan re-enters top five
April 13, 2024
Moeen Ali credits Eoin Morgan support after emerging from form slump with bat
Morgan asked allrounder to give team talk ahead of game as part of vice-captaincy role
April 14, 2024
Top-order options, and Powerplay woes - six T20 talking points for England
Six talking points after England were held to a 1-1 draw in their T20I series against Pakistan
April 17, 2024
England v Pakistan, 3rd T20I, Old Trafford
Last call for England's fringe players to make their mark in series decider
Imminent return of England big guns puts spotlight on understudies
April 12, 2024
England v Pakistan, 2nd T20I, Old Trafford
Eoin Morgan puts best form down to 'experience and confidence' in batting role
England captain confident in ability to float up and down the order as required
April 13, 2024
England v Pakistan, 2nd T20I, Old Trafford
Eoin Morgan, Dawid Malan lead England home in tall chase for 1-0 series lead
Pakistan stick with Haris Rauf above Wahab Riaz
April 12, 2024
Babar Azam: Somerset confirm batsman's Vitality T20 Blast availability
Babar available for seven group games plus knockouts if Somerset qualify
April 12, 2024
England v Pakistan, 2nd T20I, Old Trafford
England and Pakistan try again after rain ruins nip-and-tuck night
Sides look evenly matched as cricket returns to free-to-air TV in the UK
April 13, 2024
Tom Banton wages lone battle against Pakistan before rain wins
Gregory and Malan among inclusions for England as white-ball leg begins
April 14, 2024
England v Pakistan, 1st T20I
England v Pakistan, 1st T20I, Fantasy Pick, team predictions
Fantasy suggestions for the 1st T20I between England and Pakistan in Manchester
April 13, 2024
England v Pakistan, 1st T20I, Old Trafford
England, Pakistan begin building effort towards postponed T20 World Cup
Visitors must move on from Test disappointments as England white-ball team enters bubble
April 14, 2024
England v Pakistan, 1st T20I, Old Trafford
Eoin Morgan challenges young players to seize chance to cement T20 World Cup roles
World Cup postponement offers fringe players chance to gain valuable experience
April 13, 2024
England v Pakistan, 1st T20I, Old Trafford
Jason Roy ruled out of Pakistan T20Is after suffering side strain
Batsman sustains injury in build-up to three-match series against Pakistan
April 13, 2024
Azhar Ali rues the one that got away: 'Unfortunately, the session that mattered most we lost'
Hints at batting promotion for Mohammad Rizwan and more chances for Shadab Khan
April 17, 2024
James Anderson looks to next challenge: 'Can I reach 700? Why not?'
England management keen to have Anderson available for 2021-22 Ashes
April 13, 2024
England take series 1-0 after James Anderson reaches 600
Overnight rain pushed the start back to 4.15pm, eating away any chance of England pushing for victory
April 15, 2024
England v Pakistan, 3rd Test, Southampton
Dom Bess: Light was 'seriously dangerous' for tailenders to bat in
Spinner critical of umpires' decision to play on, calls for "common sense" around player wellbeing
April 12, 2024
England v Pakistan, 3rd Test, Southampton
Not for the first time, Azhar Ali finds a quietly dignified way through a sticky situation
As the day wore on and the pitch eased up, glimpses of an Azhar seen less frequently during his career emerged
April 12, 2024
England v Pakistan, 3rd Test, Southampton
James Anderson five-for allows England to enforce follow-on despite Azhar Ali century
Anderson endures three dropped catches, while Mohammad Rizwan chimes in with fifty
April 12, 2024
Jacques Kallis, Zaheer Abbas and Lisa Sthalekar enter ICC's Hall of Fame
They become the fourth South African, fifth Pakistani and fifth Australian woman respectively to join the elite list
April 19, 2024
England v Pakistan, 3rd Test, Southampton
Jos Buttler investment begins to return dividends for England
Second Test hundred shows Joe Root's faith in Buttler is starting to pay off
April 12, 2024
Where did it all go wrong for Pakistan's bowlers?
It's so rare that a partnership on its way to 359 needs breaking - for an inexperienced attack, even more so
April 17, 2024
England v Pakistan, 3rd Test, Southampton
James Anderson closes in on 600th wicket after Zak Crawley, Jos Buttler ice their innings
Anderson claims three with Pakistan already on the ropes, thanks to Crawley's 267 and 152 for Buttler
April 19, 2024
England v Pakistan, 3rd Test, Southampton
Zak Crawley's 267 second-highest maiden century by an England batsman
Crawley's innings during the third Test against Pakistan in numbers
April 13, 2024
Zak Crawley says reaching a century makes all the hard work 'worth it'
Young batsman describes 'unbelievable feeling of elation' as long, lonely nets flash before his eyes
April 12, 2024
England v Pakistan, 3rd Test, Southampton
Zak Crawley's arrival in a different league
Against a fine attack, in demanding conditions, Crawley didn't just eke out a score, he thrived
April 18, 2024
England v Pakistan, 3rd Test, Southampton
Mushtaq Ahmed defends bowlers despite Pakistan's tough first day
Spin coach hopes seamers can expose England's "long tail" on second day
April 14, 2024
England v Pakistan, 3rd Test, Southampton
Zak Crawley's maiden Test century puts England in driving seat against Pakistan
Crawley shares unbroken 205-run partnership with Jos Buttler, who is 87 not out
April 18, 2024
ECB chairman Colin Graves says ICC can 'recut the pot'
Adds a fresh finance model needed to keep all countries 'sustantainable'
April 14, 2024
Sarfaraz Ahmed, Fakhar Zaman return to Pakistan T20I squad
Mohammad Amir returns to the side as Mohammad Hafeez and Shoaib Malik keep their places
April 14, 2024
'We know we're not the finished article,' Joe Root says as England eye Test No. 1 spot
George Dobell examines England's progress and challenges over the summer of 2020
April 10, 2024
Joe Root hints at return for Jofra Archer in third Test
Archer's job to 'get the ball zipping around at 90-plus mph' if selected, England captain says
April 10, 2024
Pakistan news
Mohammad Yousuf, Mohammad Zahid appointed to High Performance centre as batting, bowling coaches
PCB also makes substantial changes to domestic set-up, with as many as 16 coaches losing their jobs
April 12, 2024
Abbas opens up on Stokes dismissal
Mohammad Abbas spoke about how opponents batting outside their crease doesn't bother him
April 14, 2024
England v Pakistan, 3rd Test, Southampton
After the deluge, can Pakistan come storming back?
England hold a 1-0 lead but Pakistan are looking to preserve an unbeaten series record stretching back to 2010
April 12, 2024
Pakistan news
Umar Akmal files appeal to overturn 18-month ban
This comes after the PCB challenged the ban's reduction from its original three-year term
April 12, 2024
Early start times allowed for third England-Pakistan Test if play lost to bad weather
ECB says play can begin at 10.30am with early starts possible in future series too
April 10, 2024
Chris Silverwood joins calls for earlier Test start times in England
England coach says 'no complaints from us' if 10.30am start is introduced for third Test against Pakistan
April 17, 2024
Joe Root: 'I'd love to go and visit Pakistan'
The England captain has echoed coach Chris Silverwood's openness to a possible tour of the country
April 18, 2024
Stuart Broad becomes No. 2 Test bowler, Babar Azam fifth among batsmen
Both gained one spot in their respective rankings after the draw in the rain-hit second Test
April 12, 2024
England v Pakistan, 2nd Test, Southampton
Joe Root: Bad light issue 'needs to be addressed' by game's authorities
England captain suggests earlier start times, better floodlights and "lighter" balls
April 12, 2024
England v Pakistan, 2nd Test, Southampton
Zak Crawley makes most of chance as second Test ends in predictable draw
Young batsman reaches half-century at scene of career-best Test knock
April 12, 2024
ICC mulling possible changes to bad light regulations
Cricket committee likely to discuss approach to poor light and wet weather after farcical scenes in Southampton
April 12, 2024
Wasim Akram calls for reciprocal England tour - "You boys owe Pakistan cricket"
Former captain says England should reciprocate after Pakistan came on tour at the height of the Covid-19 pandemic
April 12, 2024
England v Pakistan, 2nd Test, Southampton
Rain deals cruel blow after tantalising first hour
Match squelching towards a draw despite teasing with enthralling contest early on fourth day
April 11, 2024
England v Pakistan, 2nd Test, Southampton
Play abandoned without a ball bowled on weathered third day
Rain and bad light again scupper any chance of action at the Ageas Bowl
April 10, 2024
Zak Crawley frustrated by bad light issue but warns of 'life changing' consequences
"Who's to say, if we come out and it's dark, someone doesn't break their arm or get hit in the head?"
April 13, 2024
England v Pakistan stoppages: Cricket still in the dark ages over issue of bad light
The ICC cites the issue of safety without appreciating that the world has changed
April 13, 2024
Abdul Qadir conferred Sitara-e-Imtiaz, the third-highest civilian award in Pakistan
Among recent cricketers to have received this honour are Yasir Shah and Sarfaraz Ahmed
April 12, 2024
'We expect to contain England,' says Mohammad Rizwan after fighting display with bat
Pakistan wicketkeeper warns "it will be very difficult for them too" after marshalling lower-order resistance
April 14, 2024
England v Pakistan, 2nd Test, Southampton
Mohammad Rizwan lifts Pakistan on truncated day against England
Pakistan grateful to wicketkeeper's second Test fifty before bad light brings early close
April 13, 2024
Umpire Richard Kettleborough spoken to by anti-corruption officials over smartwatch
Kettleborough wore the device on the first morning of the second England-Pakistan Test
April 13, 2024
Fawad Alam and the cruelty of batting: a 10-year wait ends in a duck
Mountains of first-class runs and not a chance, then asked to play against the moving ball in England
April 14, 2024
Mohammad Hafeez back with Pakistan squad after negative Covid-19 test
Mohammad Hafeez is out of self-isolation after breach of bio-security protocols on golf course
April 18, 2024
England v Pakistan, 2nd Test, Southampton
James Anderson repays faith as England seize opportunity on stop-start day
Two wickets for veteran seamer puts hosts on top despite Abid Ali half-century
April 13, 2024
Were Kohli, Smith and Williamson Test cricketers the last time Fawad Alam played?
Were some of today's superstars playing international cricket the last time Fawad Alam played a Test match?
April 14, 2024
Domestic toilers who waited their turn
A list of domestic performers who were recognised belatedly as international prospects
April 14, 2024
Asad Shafiq and Fawad Alam: A tale of intertwined destinies
They were born months apart and come from the same city, but their careers belong in different universes
April 14, 2024
Waqar Younis backs 'instrumental' bowlers ahead of second Test
He also showed confidence in Azhar Ali, who he expects to "deliver in the upcoming matches"
April 18, 2024
England eyeing series win despite Ben Stokes' absence
Chris Woakes and Jos Buttler highlighted hosts' depth in Manchester
April 18, 2024
Mohammad Hafeez self-isolating after biosecurity protocol breach
Hafeez tweeted a photo of him interacting with a member of the public
April 12, 2024
PCB to challenge Umar Akmal's ban reduction in Swiss court
His three-year ban was reduced to 18 months by an independent adjudicator
April 12, 2024
Misbah-ul-Haq 'frustrated' at Pakistan's lack of fortune on final day
The head coach, however, defended the selection and use of Shadab Khan at Old Trafford
April 14, 2024
England are lucky to have Chris Woakes
In another era, match-winning allrounder may have played a hundred Tests and been a household name
April 12, 2024
Pakistan captain Azhar Ali: 'We had the game in the palm of our hands'
Azhar praises Buttler-Woakes partnership, saying his team were "one punch away" from victory
April 12, 2024
Joe Root calls for patience as Jofra Archer struggles to keep up with Test pace
Captain says fast bowler will be backed by team so long as he learns from his mistakes
April 12, 2024
Jos Buttler feared he was playing his 'last game' before crucial knock
Buttler's 75 under intense pressure came despite father's hospitalisation the previous day
April 13, 2024
England v Pakistan, 1st Test, Old Trafford
Chris Woakes, Jos Buttler lead England home in memorable fourth-innings chase
Stand of 139 for the sixth wicket sees England claim fighting win to go 1-0 up in the series
April 10, 2024
Mushtaq Ahmed confident that Pakistan errors won't derail victory push
Spin coach backs legspinners to shine in fourth innings as Pakistan secure precious lead
April 12, 2024
'Miracle-worker' Ben Stokes has instilled England belief, says Chris Woakes
Allrounder promises positive approach with the bat as England face tough fourth-innings challenge
April 12, 2024
Yasir Shah takes confidence-boosting haul for Pakistan
Captain may believe his role in the side has changed, but Yasir will want to emphasise his importance hasn't
April 12, 2024
England v Pakistan, 1st Test, Old Trafford
Wickets tumble but Yasir Shah's four-for gives Pakistan the edge
Pakistan closed eight wickets down and 244 runs ahead as England's seamers battled back on the third evening
April 12, 2024
No, no way! You cannot do that, Mohammad Abbas!
The more you watch the Ben Stokes dismissal, the more you break it down, the better it gets
April 12, 2024
Shadab Khan is a 'very attractive package', says Misbah-ul-Haq after vital innings
Legspinner digs in to give Shan Masood key support in agenda-setting innings
April 14, 2024
Mohammad Abbas transforms contest to leave England's outlook cloudy
Pakistan's cool kids may take the limelight but an innocuous-looking 30-year-old was their star seamer
April 13, 2024
England v Pakistan, 1st Test, Old Trafford
Shan Masood 156 sets stage before Pakistan seamers tear things up
Opener's 319-ball innings leads Pakistan to 326 before Shaheen Shah Afridi and Mohammad Abbas strike
April 17, 2024
Pakistan news
Covid-19: PCB offers financial support to 25 unemployed Pakistan women cricketers
They will receive a monthly stipend of PKR 25,000 (USD 150) each from August to October
April 18, 2024
ICC News
Virat Kohli, Rohit Sharma retain top two spots in ICC ODI rankings; Babar Azam at No. 3
Among the bowlers, Jasprit Bumrah held on to the No. 2 spot, marginally behind Trent Boult
April 12, 2024
James Anderson has earned the right to be judged on more than one three-over spell
At some stage, all those overs, all those miles, all those long spells are going to show
April 17, 2024
Shan Masood in no mood to dwell on past, as he seizes chance to prove his progress
Opener's work ethic pays off in vital first-day performance as he lays ghosts of 2016
April 13, 2024
England v Pakistan, 1st Test, Old Trafford
Babar Azam, Shan Masood lift Pakistan on stop-start day
England bowlers struggle after lunch on rain-affected first day
April 12, 2024
Chris Silverwood welcomes prospect of Pakistan tour after PCB chief issues invitation
PCB chief executive hopeful that T20 series could be arranged outside of FTP schedule
April 14, 2024
TV umpire to call front-foot no-balls in England-Pakistan Test series
The system was recently introduced as part of TV umpires to call front-foot no-balls in World Cup Super League
April 13, 2024
Azhar Ali, the survivor, steps into another storm
He was in England 10 years ago, didn't look likely to be back, but here he is, as one of Pakistan's best
April 17, 2024
No excuses for another slow start as Joe Root lauds fast-bowling 'battery'
England's three Tests against West Indies give team 'head start', says captain
April 12, 2024
England v Pakistan, 1st Test, Old Trafford
Situation normal as Pakistan prepare to rise to England challenge again
Azhar Ali's men start as underdogs, their preferred role in their favourite hunting ground
April 13, 2024
England wait on Ben Stokes' bowling fitness after delaying final team
Poor weather limits chance to assess allrounder after groin niggle in second Test
April 18, 2024
Pakistan lean towards twin spinners as Misbah-ul-Haq targets dry conditions
Shadab Khan in line for recall as visitors seek to build on successes in 2016 and 2018 tours
April 13, 2024
Haris Rauf finally tests negative for Covid-19, set to fly to England
He had undergone six Covid-19 tests until July 20, out of which five were positive
April 14, 2024
Pakistan news
Umar Akmal's ban halved from three years to 1.5 years
He will remain suspended effectively from February 2020 till August 2021
April 18, 2024
Wahab Riaz, Sarfaraz Ahmed in 20-man Pakistan squad for England Tests
Riaz replaces Haris Sohail while Ahmed slots in as the second-choice wicketkeeper
April 17, 2024
Pakistan domestic cricket likely to start with T20 Cup in September
Matches of a single tournament maybe limited to one venue to manage logistics
April 11, 2024
Pakistan in England, 2020
Pakistan team faced with legal threat of equipment being seized
Cricket team caught in crossfire of dispute between a private firm and the Pakistan government
April 15, 2024
Men's Future Tours Programme
Explainer: Men's ODI World Cup Super League
With a handful of days left for the ODI World Cup Super League, here's all you need to know about it
April 10, 2024
Naseem Shah, Shaheen Afridi among wickets as batsmen continue to struggle
Abid Ali and Azhar Ali again fail to make most of opportunities for time in the middle
April 13, 2024
Pakistan in England 2020
PCB came under pressure over England tour after positive Covid-19 tests, says CEO
But, he says, the Pakistan board decided to go ahead with the series to do its part for the resumption of cricket
April 13, 2024
Will delay retirement if T20 World Cup is postponed - Mohammad Hafeez
Veteran says he wants to go out on a winning note
April 17, 2024
Sarfaraz Ahmed returns, Haider Ali the new face in 29-man Pakistan squad for England Tests and T20Is
The touring party is expected to fly out later this month, at least five weeks before the series formally starts
April 17, 2024
2020 T20 World Cup prospects fade, as alternatives sought
A board official says hosting it this October would be 'too big a risk'
April 11, 2024
Playing cricket in empty stadiums will be 'strange' - Imam-ul-Haq
The Pakistan opener believes the charm of cricket exists because of fans at venues
April 17, 2024
Cricketing heads meet to plot way out of crisis
Thursday's ICC meeting starts contingency planning process
April 18, 2024
Pakistan news
Azhar Ali backs Misbah-ul-Haq's call to extend World Test Championship
Pakistan Test captain happy to play behind closed doors if that helps cricket return to TV
April 11, 2024
Sri Lanka tour of Pakistan 2019
Sri Lanka Cricket to reassess security in Pakistan after terror threat
Development follows a warning from the prime minister's office of a possible attack on the team
April 15, 2024
Pakistan news
Iconic Pakistan legspinner Abdul Qadir dies aged 63
The man who revived the art of legspin bowling passed away in Lahore from a cardiac arrest
April 12, 2024
'Priority is to build a team that can dominate' - Pakistan coach Misbah-ul-Haq
"But then at certain times you have to assess the strength of the opponent and make your strategy accordingly."
April 12, 2024
Pakistan news
PCB bats away conflict of interest issue
Misbah was named the head coach and chief selector of Pakistan and is also on the verge of becoming Islamabad United's head coach
April 14, 2024
All-powerful Misbah-ul-Haq named Pakistan coach and chief selector
Waqar Younis also returns as bowling coach but there are likely to be conflict of interest queries around Misbah's appointment
April 12, 2024
Pakistan domestic news
Sarfaraz Ahmed and Babar Azam to take charge of Pakistan domestic sides
High-profile captains named for each association's team; number of first-class players cut to 96
April 18, 2024
Pakistan news
PCB unveils new domestic set-up with 'stay at the top' mantra
Three-tiered structure to be spread across the three provinces, beginning with the city associations and ending with talented players moving up to the highest level
April 12, 2024
Pakistan news
Petition to prevent changing PCB constitution dismissed
The PCB has been given the all-clear for the recent amendment it made to its constitution, allowing, among other things, reforms to domestic cricket
April 18, 2024
Pakistan news
Misbah-ul-Haq applies for the role of Pakistan's head coach
Misbah-ul-Haq has resigned from the PCB cricket committee and applied for the position of head coach of the Pakistan national side
April 12, 2024
Pakistan news
Ijaz Ahmed is the new Pakistan Under-19 coach
The former batsman has been appointed coach of the U19 side, but his work will extend to overseeing the A team as well as the U16s
April 18, 2024
Pakistan news
Sri Lanka to tour Pakistan for limited-overs series in September
Karachi is set to host three ODIs while three T20Is will be staged in Lahore, marking the first international action in Pakistan in 18 months
April 10, 2024
Pakistan news
Is Misbah-ul-Haq going to be Pakistan's next head coach?
ESPNcricnfo understands the former Pakistan captain has been offered the role despite lacking the necessary experience, but he is yet to make a decision
April 19, 2024
Somerset set to sign Vijay, Northants swoop for Roach
Subject to clearance from his state association, Vijay will play the final three games of Somerset's title push
April 11, 2024
Pakistan news
PCB constitution tweaked to tone down prime minister's powers
It means the country's prime minister has no power to dissolve the board or remove the chairman, with that clause being removed completely
April 13, 2024
England confirm Pakistan, West Indies Tests for 2020, 12 white-ball internationals
Home summer to start with West Indies Tests in June, with Ireland and Australia white-ball tours and The Hundred window all confirmed
April 19, 2024
Pakistan news
PCB waives Sharjeel Khan's suspended sentence following 'unconditional apology'
He is set to return to top-flight cricket by the end of the year after he met with the PCB and both parties agreed on a roadmap for his return
April 12, 2024
Pakistan v Sri Lanka 2019-20
Sri Lanka mull playing Test cricket in Pakistan
An SLC security delegation to Lahore and Karachi has returned 'very positive' feedback, opening up the possibility of Test cricket returning to Pakistan after a decade
April 10, 2024
Pakistan news
Misbah-ul-Haq to lead training camp in coaching-staff vacuum
Twenty players will take part in the camp ahead of a season in which most of Pakistan's international commitments will be in the five-day format
April 12, 2024
Mohammad Hafeez joins Middlesex as AB de Villiers' replacement
Pakistan batsman signs for three Vitality Blast group games
April 11, 2024
Pakistan news
PCB's new constitution confirms overhaul of domestic structure
Departments will no longer be able to maintain first-class cricket teams, while a board of governors that includes independent directors will be formed
April 12, 2024
Pakistan news
The questions PCB's central-contracts list throws up
For example, why do Azhar Ali and Asad Shafiq not make the top category in a list that is meant to prioritise Tests
April 12, 2024
Pakistan news
Malik, Hafeez dropped from PCB's pruned annual contracts
The PCB has trimmed the pool from 33 to 19, reducing the number of categories from five to three
April 12, 2024
Pakistan news
No new contracts for Mickey Arthur & Co as PCB plans post-World Cup overhaul
Head coach, as well as other support staffers Grant Flower, Azhar Mahmood and Grant Luden, to be discarded next week
April 17, 2024
Pakistan news
Will the PCB waive Sharjeel Khan's suspended sentence?
The opener is yet to accept his guilt, express remorse or take part in a rehabilitation programme
April 12, 2024
PSL news
Rawalpindi, Multan among four Pakistan cities to host PSL 2020
The PCB has reaffirmed its commitment to host the PSL next year in Pakistan in its entirety, but the UAE remains a back-up venue
April 13, 2024
Mohammad Amir cleared for Essex stint after visa application approved
Pakistan seamer had missed first four Vitality Blast games after a hold-up stalled the progress of his visa application
April 11, 2024
ICC news
FAQs: All you need to know about the 2019-21 World Test Championship
Nine teams will contest a total of 27 bilateral series in the inaugural World Test Championship between 2019 to 2021
April 11, 2024
Pakistan cricket
'Amir could have managed those five years better' - Mickey Arthur
The Pakistan coach believes Amir could have managed his workload better had he looked after his body during the banned period
April 12, 2024
World Test Championship
FAQs - What happens if World Test Championship final ends in a draw or tie?
We get two winners. Here's everything you need to know about the tournament that will bring new meaning to Test cricket
April 18, 2024
Imad Wasim joins Nottinghamshire for Vitality Blast stint
Spin-bowling allrounder becomes fifth Pakistan international to sign up for tournament
April 12, 2024
Pakistan news
Mohammad Amir announces retirement from Test cricket
The fast bowler has stated that he wants to focus on white-ball cricket
April 12, 2024
Caribbean Premier League 2019
Mohammad Hafeez replaces Rassie van der Dussen in St Kitts and Nevis Patriots squad
The Pakistan allrounder is set for second stint with the CPL franchise, for whom he previously played in 2017
April 12, 2024
Pakistan news
Lahore biomechanics lab awarded ICC accreditation
Lahore University of Management Sciences struck a partnership with the PCB in 2016 which now sees the sixth ICC-accredited biomechanics facility in the world set up in Lahore
April 12, 2024
ICC news
PCB chief Ehsan Mani to lead ICC Finance committee
Ends Big Three's decade long control of the Finance & Commercial Affairs committee
April 18, 2024
Sri Lanka tour of Pakistan
Sri Lankan security delegation to decide on Test series in Pakistan
The October matches will be the first Test series for both teams under the World Test championship
April 18, 2024
Pakistan news
Inzamam-ul-Haq defends Imam-ul-Haq's selection, wants captains appointed long-term
The outgoing chief selector says it was batting coach Grant Flower who first mooted the idea of including Imam in the international side
April 12, 2024
Pakistan news
Inzamam not to renew contract as chief selector after July
In what may yet be the first of several departures in the PCB's coaching and management set-up, Inzamam is set to leave his post after a three-year stint
April 12, 2024
Pakistan news
QeA Q&A: What the new domestic structure means for Pakistan cricket
The PCB has changed the domestic structure of Pakistan cricket once more, but this time really is different
April 12, 2024
Pakistan news
Future after Inzamam's stint? 'I don't care,' says Imam-ul-Haq
Inzamam-ul-Haq's stint as chief selector has ended, leading to speculation about the future of the young Pakistan opener
April 13, 2024
Pakistan news
Pakistan captaincy decision in PCB's hands - Sarfaraz Ahmed
Sarfaraz Ahmed confirms his wish to stay on as captain in all three formats despite World Cup exit
April 12, 2024
World Cup 2019
BCCI asks ICC to ensure no repeat of airplane political messages
Banners carrying political messages flew over Headingley during two round-robin matches of the World Cup
April 10, 2024
ICC rankings
Rohit Sharma closes in on Virat Kohli on top of ICC ODI rankings for batsmen
Big movers after the round-robin stage of the World Cup include Babar Azam, Kane Williamson, Mitchell Starc and Mujeeb Ur Rahman
April 14, 2024
Bangladesh v Pakistan, Lord's
No 'miracle' for Pakistan but Sarfaraz Ahmed happy to go out on a high
Pakistan captain happy with his team's final effort despite not getting close to the record-breaking win they needed
April 13, 2024
Bangladesh v Pakistan, World Cup 2019, Lord's
Bowling and fielding a massive letdown - Mashrafe
Bangladesh captain says team didn't do justice to Shakib's performances as he reflects on their tournament
April 17, 2024
World Cup 2019
You can try, but you can never out-Pakistan Pakistan
They might have won the World Cup just once, but each World Cup really only belongs to Pakistan
April 16, 2024
Pakistan v Bangladesh, World Cup 2019, Lord's
Shaheen Afridi's record haul not enough to pull Pakistan through
Becomes youngest to take five-for at a World Cup; Imam, Babar also impress as Pakistan bow out on happy note
April 19, 2024
Bangladesh v Pakistan, World Cup 2019, Lord's
At Lord's, a sea of green, a celebration of cricket, and a lesson for the future
Norms must be broken for a new generation to fall in love with the game, as the fans at the Bangladesh v Pakistan game showed
April 18, 2024
Bangladesh v Pakistan, 2019 World Cup, Lord's
Australia loss was the turning point - Sarfaraz
Pakistan have an impossible task ahead of them. Their opponents, Bangladesh, can't make the semi-finals either. But neither team is looking at this game as a dead rubber
April 11, 2024
Bangladesh v Pakistan, World Cup 2019, Lord's
Pakistan, Bangladesh look to end campaigns on high note
Pakistan's hopes of qualifying are purely mathematical, with the team needing a victory of at least 316 runs to pip New Zealand to fourth spot
April 17, 2024
World Cup 2019
How England's win affects Bangladesh and Pakistan
India and New Zealand are through for all practical purposes, along with Australia. One spot remains to be taken
April 13, 2024
Afghanistan v Pakistan, World Cup 2019
The pain of Wahab and Hamid, in victory and defeat
A match riddled with political tension off the field was eventually won by a player who wasn't going to be there when the Afghanistan captain's gamble failed
April 17, 2024
Pakistan v Afghanistan, World Cup 2019, Headingley
Imad Wasim and Wahab Riaz's heroics keep Pakistan alive
Gulbadin's miscalculation and costly overs undo spin trio's choke as Afghanistan stumble under pressure
April 08, 2024
Afghanistan v Pakistan, World Cup 2019, Headingley
Clashes in stands at Headingley as Afghanistan-Pakistan turns ugly
There had been clashes between the fans outside the stadium before the match began, and it also carried on outside after the eviction
April 11, 2024
Afghanistan v Pakistan, World Cup 2019, Leeds
An opportunity to keep the Afghanistan-Pakistan rivalry dignified
In the way of a second India-Pakistan fixture stands a rivalry that comes with its own history; but it is not completely untenable yet
April 17, 2024
Afghanistan v Pakistan, World Cup 2019, Leeds
Surging Pakistan look to sustain momentum against Afghanistan
Pakistan need to win to give themselves the best chance of upstaging England and clinching a semi-final berth
April 18, 2024
Pakistan news
PCB's 'great story' for women's cricket strikes an odd note
Contracts must be earned and not seen as a privilege, argues Urooj Mumtaz, chairperson of the PCB's women's selection committee
April 11, 2024
World Cup 2019
You'd better believe, It is on Pakistan
The stars are aligning, the wins are coming, it's no joke any more. Pakistan are getting on one of those rolls
April 13, 2024
Welcome to the age of Babar Azam
At this of all moments, in this increasingly heady campaign, let's not be shy - let's call this innings for what it is, a coming of age for sure, and perhaps an all-timer
April 14, 2024
New Zealand v Pakistan, World Cup 2019, Edgbaston
Second spinner might have helped New Zealand, admits Santner
New Zealand concede pitch turned 'more than we though it would' as Babar Adam and Harris Sohail take game away
April 17, 2024
New Zealand v Pakistan, World Cup 2019, Edgbaston
Babar, Haris and Shaheen's genius keep Pakistan alive
New Zealand were kept to 238 thanks to a brilliant new-ball burst from Shaheen and they were then taken out of the game by a century Babar Azam and a fifty from Haris Sohail
April 11, 2024
ICC World Cup 2019
Which is the best ball of the World Cup?
Which of these do you think is the ball of the tournament so far?
April 17, 2024
World Cup 2019
The eerie similarities between 1992 and 2019 for Pakistan
The inescapable conclusion is that for Pakistan, the 2019 World Cup is going the exact same way as the 1992 tournament
April 13, 2024
World Cup 2019
Catches can win matches - so can a lot else for Pakistan
They have conceded more runs in the field than they have saved in this World Cup, but Pakistan are finding ways around that
April 17, 2024
Pakistan news
PCB brings down contracted women players from 17 to 10, raises salaries
The contracted players will, however, earn more than they did earlier
April 12, 2024
New Zealand v Pakistan, World Cup 2019, Birmingham
Pakistan reaching last chance saloon, New Zealand look to sew up final-four berth
It's a high-stakes match, especially for Sarfaraz Ahmed's side, as another defeat will significantly diminish their chances of qualifying for the semi-final
April 12, 2024
Pakistan v South Africa, World Cup 2019, Lord's
When Pakistan needed some magic, Haris Sohail conjured the spell
Haris unfurls a magical mystery tour at Lord's to keep Pakistan hopes alive as South Africa's vanish
April 14, 2024
Pakistan v South Africa, World Cup 2019, Lord's
The World Cup of Mohammad Amir, the nerd
As much as he's been bowling as part of Pakistan's attack, he's also seemed like a child messing around alone in the school's chemistry lab
April 14, 2024
Pakistan v South Africa, World Cup 2019, Lord's
Haris blitz ends South Africa's World Cup dream
An inspired, backs-to-the-wall performance from Pakistan, led by Haris Sohail, knocked South Africa out of the 2019 World Cup
April 11, 2024
Pakistan v South Africa, World Cup 2019, Lord's
Flake it from the top - Pakistan's batting problems
Imam, Babar and Fakhar have not been able to convert their starts into big scores and that's been affecting the team's performance at the World Cup
April 11, 2024
Pakistan v South Africa, World Cup 2019, Lord's
Criticise us, but don't abuse us - Sarfaraz Ahmed
The Pakistan captain understands the frustrations of their fans but pleaded with them not to get personal
April 18, 2024
Pakistan v South Africa, World Cup 2019, Lord's
Misfiring Pakistan and South Africa face off with time running out
South Africa are likely to stick with their XI from the New Zealand game, while Pakistan could well leave out Shoaib Malik and Hasan Ali
April 10, 2024
Don't bring players' families into criticism - Wahab
The paceman insisted that Pakistan were still together as a team despite their World Cup hopes hanging by a thread
April 13, 2024
World Cup 2019
How Pakistan's fielding hit a fumbling block after Steve Rixon's exit
Fielding wasn't supposed to be one of Pakistan's problems at the World Cup, but they seem to have lapsed right back to their poor standards
April 11, 2024
Pakistan news
Mohsin Khan resigns from PCB committee
Managing director Wasim Khan will take over the role of leading the committee, the first order of business being a review of the past three years
April 12, 2024
India v Pakistan, World Cup 2019, Manchester
Samiuddin: Pakistan need to first figure out what their best XI actually is
Beaten Pakistan have made six changes over three games after their opening match
April 10, 2024
India v Pakistan, World Cup 2019, Manchester
Kohli's India, a scary machine
India out-muscled South Africa then Australia and now Pakistan in every department
April 11, 2024
India v Pakistan, World Cup 2019, Manchester
Rohit Sharma and Kuldeep Yadav put India 7-0 ahead
On its biggest stage, cricket's most fraught rivalry once again failed to live up to its billing as a meek Pakistan were thoroughly outclassed
April 17, 2024
India v Pakistan, World Cup 2019, Manchester
Bhuvneshwar out for two-three matches with hamstring injury
The new-ball bowler pulled up after delivering the fourth ball of his third over, and went off the field immediately
April 18, 2024
What India need to do against Pakistan's key players
How they face up to Fakhar, Babar, Hasan and Amir will be crucial
April 13, 2024
India v Pakistan, World Cup 2019, Old Trafford
Tactics Board: Where the India-Pakistan game could be won and lost
What do India need to get right to extend their unbeaten World Cup record against Pakistan? And what should Sarfaraz Ahmed and Co do to upstage them?
April 12, 2024
India v Pakistan, World Cup 2019, Old Trafford
The meaning of India-Pakistan, for India and for Pakistan
For one of these two great rivals, this is just another game. For the other? Well, it's complicated
April 10, 2024
IIndia v Pakistan, ICC World Cup 2019
How big is India-Pakistan really?
Busting some myths about the supposed 'biggest game of the tournament'
April 10, 2024
India v Pakistan, World Cup 2019, Manchester
How Maradona mania can explain India-Pakistan madness
When the football great once stepped out in the heaving San Paulo Stadium he said: "When you are on the pitch, life goes away. Everything goes away". India-Pakistan will be no different
April 12, 2024
India v Pakistan, World Cup 2019, Manchester
Pakistan captain, coach throw their weight behind 'incredible' Shoaib Malik
The senior allrounder, in his last campaign for the national team, has been poor with the bat and just about handy with the ball so far
April 18, 2024
India v Pakistan, World Cup 2019, Old Trafford
Weather looms large over World Cup's most anticipated clash
India will want to treat it like any other match, because viewing it through the prism of history might just play into Pakistan's hands
April 10, 2024
India v Pakistan, World Cup 2019, Manchester
India v Pakistan: will rain affect the World Cup's biggest rivalry?
Light showers are forecast for Sunday in Manchester, but the indications are that we will have a proper contest
April 12, 2024
World Cup 2019
Pressure exists for every team, not just Pakistan - Mohammad Amir
Mohammad Amir opens up on his strategy against Australia that fetched him his maiden career ODI five-wicket haul
April 12, 2024
Australia v Pakistan, World Cup 2019, Taunton
Error-prone Pakistan squander their advantage
Inconsistent bowling among the quicks - Mohammad Amir excepted - fielding errors and mistakes with the bat all cost Pakistan
April 14, 2024
Australia v Pakistan, World Cup, Superstats
Pat Cummins the enforcer, and Asif Ali's costly miss
Why Pat Cummins was the biggest contributor to Australia's win, and how much Asif Ali's drop cost Pakistan
April 10, 2024
Australia v Pakistan, World Cup 2019, Taunton
Missing scorer leads to last-minute call up for Australia-Pakistan match
James Emmerson deputises after official match scorer fails to show up for World Cup game
April 10, 2024
Australia v Pakistan, World Cup 2019, Taunton
David Warner hundred enough for Australia as Pakistan comeback falls short
Mohammad Amir five-for and heroics from the tail not enough as Australia hold on for 41-run win
April 10, 2024
Australia v Pakistan, World Cup 2019, Taunton
Live Report - Australia v Pakistan
ESPNcricinfo's Live Report for Australia's game against Pakistan in Taunton
April 10, 2024
Australia v Pakistan, World Cup 2019, Taunton
Imam, Babar and Fakhar - Pakistan's batting heartbeat
One opener goes harder than the other, and the number three is the anchor around whom everyone else bats
April 11, 2024
Australia v Pakistan, World Cup 2019, Taunton
Australia's balance in question against Pakistan threat
A few months ago Pakistan were beaten 5-0 by their next World Cup opponents but they have already shown that recent form can go out of the window if things click
April 10, 2024
Pakistan news
Former Pakistan batsman Akhtar Sarfraz dies aged 43
He played four ODIs between December 1997 and October 1998, scoring 66 runs in four innings
April 12, 2024
Pakistan v Sri Lanka, World Cup 2019, Bristol
Persistent rain forces Pakistan v Sri Lanka washout in Bristol
The teams split points, which meant Sri Lanka moved to third on the table by virtue of a superior run-rate
April 16, 2024
World Cup 2019
Amir and Shadab make Pakistan smile again
They only played together in two of Pakistan's 11 losses in a row, and their tandem act contributed significantly to ending that losing streak
April 13, 2024
Sri Lanka v Pakistan, World Cup, Bristol
Sri Lanka warm to their task at last in spite of Brizzle drizzle
Half-fought victory settles the nerves, but a woeful World Cup record against Pakistan doesn't augur well
April 18, 2024
Pakistan v Sri Lanka, 2019 World Cup, Bristol
Struggling Sri Lanka in need of batting lift
Pakistan will be rejuvenated after breaking an 11-match losing streak by beating England
April 09, 2024
Bangladesh v England, World Cup 2019, Cardiff
Mark Wood backs England to bounce back against Bangladesh
With first-match nerves out of the way, fast bowler is ready to help his side overcome loss to Pakistan
April 18, 2024
'Don't panic!': Joe Root calls for calm after England's stumble against Pakistan
Root scored the first century in the 2019 tournament but was unable to help his side complete the highest World Cup run-chase
April 17, 2024
Umpires step in to curtail England, Pakistan ball-roughing tactics
Both sides scrutinised for tactic of throwing ball in on the bounce to obtain reverse swing
April 13, 2024
England v Pakistan, World Cup 2019, Trent Bridge
Samiuddin: Victory a tangle of threads that can't be untangled, unless it's Pakistan doing the untangling
Trying to make sense of Pakistan's win over favourites isn't easy
April 10, 2024
Jos Buttler falls short of a miracle but his genius is unmistakable
There were reasons why England lost to Pakistan, but none of them had anything to do with their greatest one-day batsman
April 08, 2024
Eoin Morgan admits England paid the price for 'a really bad day in the field'
After setting new standards in the field in the World Cup opener, England lost concentration in dramatic fashion at Trent Bridge
April 11, 2024
England v Pakistan, World Cup 2019, Trent Bridge
Live report - England v Pakistan
All the relevant stats, graphics and chat from England's World Cup game against Pakistan
April 15, 2024
England v Pakistan, World Cup 2019, Nottingham
Can Pakistan help Hasan Ali break early-career slump?
Pakistan's lack of success with the new ball means one thing - for the quick to come good, the entire attack needs to come good
April 13, 2024
England won't take Pakistan lightly in World Cup clash - Eoin Morgan
'To get anywhere near 481 you have to play unbelievably well' - England skipper
April 10, 2024
England v Pakistan, World Cup 2019, Trent Bridge
England, Pakistan look poles apart heading into World Cup match on record pitch
Pakistan's surrender to short bowling in opening game means they can expect more of the same from hosts
April 11, 2024
Azhar Mahmood backs Pakistan to stop England breaking their own world record
'They have to play 300 balls to reach record, we have to bowl 10 good balls to get 10 wickets' - Pakistan bowling coach
April 12, 2024
World Cup 2019
Adaptability may be key in unpredictable World Cup - Kane Williamson
The New Zealand captain expects a diversity of conditions through the tournament, and says 'there won't be one way to play'
April 16, 2024
Pakistan v West Indies, World Cup 2019, 2nd match
Andre Russell's fast show ignites World Cup fire for West Indies
Short and smart was the strategy as Andre Russell shook up Pakistan's batsmen during a thrilling spell
April 18, 2024
Pakistan news
PCB hopeful of South Africa touring Pakistan within 12 months
The PCB managing director Wasim Khan has extended the invitation although it is understood South Africa have not committed to it just yet
April 11, 2024
World Cup 2019
ICC to give full refunds after Trent Bridge ticket delays
Queues of "1600-1700 people" caused some fans to miss the start of Pakistan-West Indies game
April 08, 2024
Pakistan v West Indies, World Cup 2019, 2nd match
Russell's spell was the turning point - Sarfaraz Ahmed
The Pakistan captain refuted the idea that his batsmen couldn't handle West Indies' short-pitched bowling, and put their heavy defeat down to poor shot selection
April 16, 2024
Pakistan v West Indies, World Cup 2019, Nottingham
Pakistan crash to their biggest World Cup defeat
Chris Gayle surpassed AB de Villiers to become the leading six-hitter in World Cup history
April 08, 2024
Oshane Thomas and Andre Russell keep it short and to the point as Pakistan are routed
West Indies lay a marker by crushing Pakistan with 36.2 overs to spare at Trent Bridge
April 08, 2024
Pakistan v West Indies, World Cup 2019, Trent Bridge
As it happened - Pakistan v West Indies
All the analyses, stats, tweets and chatter from the Pakistan v West Indies game
April 09, 2024
World Cup 2019
Pakistan have the runs, but do they have the quick scoring rate?
With two power-packed line-ups in West Indies and England first up at a high-scoring Trent Bridge, Pakistan's top order might need to look at their scoring rates
April 19, 2024
Pakistan v West Indies, 2019 World Cup, Nottingham
Pakistan need quick fixes to break 10-match rut
At a ground where England made 481 not too long ago, their task will be cut out against West Indies
April 17, 2024
World Cup 2019
World Cup 2019 opening party - live
Get in the World Cup mood with updates from the tournament opening party on the Mall
April 18, 2024
Bangladesh v Pakistan, World Cup Warm-up, Cardiff
Live Report - Bangladesh v Pakistan, warm-up
Follow ESPNcricinfo's coverage of the World Cup warm-ups, featuring stats, analysis and graphics. If the blog doesn't show, please refresh the page. Oh and enjoy the game
April 09, 2024
Pakistan news
PCB allows families to stay with players after Australia match
Pakistan's World Cup squad will not be allowed to have their wives alongside them for the duration of the competition
April 13, 2024
World Cup 2019
'Very tough event for corruptors to come near' - ICC ACU chief
Alex Marshall says he has written to known unscrupulous elements on ACU's radar and warned them they are "not invited" to the World Cup
April 15, 2024
Afghanistan v Pakistan, World Cup 2019, Bristol
Hashmatullah Shahidi's unbeaten 74 sets up Afghanistan's win over Pakistan
Catch all the action, analysis, numbers, tweets, banter and more from the Afghanistan v Pakistan warm-up match
April 09, 2024
World Cup 2019
Who will win the World Cup? The captains have their say
Is it England? Or India? Or Australia? Or is there a dark horse lurking?
April 10, 2024
South Africa v Pakistan, 5th women's ODI, Benoni
Bowlers, Lizelle Lee secure series for South Africa women
After Pakistan were limited to 125 for 5, the opener hit an unbeaten 75 to help the hosts ace the chase with nine wickets and nearly five overs to spare
April 15, 2024
South Africa v Pakistan, 4th women's ODI, Benoni
Nida Dar's all-round brilliance in vain as South Africa level series
Dar slammed a 20-ball fifty and followed it with figures of 1 for 21, but Lee's boundary-laden 60 helped South Africa chase down 173
April 16, 2024
World Cup 2019
Bereaved Asif Ali to play in World Cup
The middle order batsman has lost his 19-month old daughter after a long battle with illness, but is scheduled to join the squad for the warm-up matches
April 18, 2024
Pakistan news
Wahab, Amir, Asif Ali included in Pakistan World Cup squad
Junaid Khan, Faheem Ashraf and Abid Ali have been removed from the provisional squad
April 18, 2024
England v Pakistan, 5th ODI, Headingley
Pakistan have made strides but fielding a 'real worry' - Mickey Arthur
Mohammad Amir still in contention for World Cup after recovering from chicken pox, says coach
April 17, 2024
England v Pakistan, 5th ODI, Headingley
'Every squad member should expect to play a World Cup role' - Eoin Morgan
Length of tournament, and nature of injuries, means that players who miss cut should not give up hope of involvement, says skipper
April 18, 2024
England v Pakistan, 5th ODI, Headingley
The scramble for England's World Cup 15 - how the contenders match up
England's squad candidates have done all they can, now it's over to the selectors to make one of the toughest calls ever
April 12, 2024
South Africa women v Pakistan women, 3rd T20I, Pietermaritzburg
Iram Javed, Nida Dar steer Pakistan to 2-1 lead
Having slipped to 3 for 3 in pursuit of South Africa's 138 for 3, Pakistan were revitalised by a 77-run stand between the duo
April 14, 2024
England v Pakistan, 5th ODI, Headingley
Chris Woakes' five-for shines at end of England's spotless World Cup warm-up
England rested several key players with Eoin Morgan choosing to bat first in fresh conditions as preparation for the World Cup
April 16, 2024
England v Pakistan, 5th ODI, Headingley
England keep their foot down, Pakistan battle to keep up
With the series decided, Headingley offers a final chance for those on the brink of World Cup selection to impress
April 17, 2024
Pakistan news
Pakistan Under-19s' tour of Sri Lanka to begin on May 23
The tour was originally scheduled to begin in early May, but was postponed following the Easter Sunday blasts in Colombo
April 10, 2024
Jason Roy scores emotional hundred after daughter's hospital dash
Opener steps up after sleepless night, as infant daughter is taken ill on eve of game
April 17, 2024
Pakistan news
Instability of PCB hampering efforts to attract former players
The PCB's history of unpredictability and internal strife has made it difficult for the new setup to attract recently retired players to work in the organisation
April 12, 2024
England v Pakistan, 4th ODI, Trent Bridge
Ben Stokes leads rescue as Jason Roy ton sets up England victory
Wood, Archer form pace duo for England, Pakistan ring in three changes
April 17, 2024
England v Pakistan, 4th ODI, Trent Bridge
Mark Wood steps up to make World Cup case
Tough gig as fast bowler becomes next to press his claims for selection on batsman-friendly pitch
April 16, 2024
England v Pakistan, 4th ODI, Trent Bridge
Another big run-fest on the cards as England face Pakistan at Trent Bridge
As England close in on 500-run innings, what better place to reach it than in Nottingham, scene of their world-record 481
April 18, 2024
South Africa v Pakistan, 1st women's T20I, Pretoria
Sana Mir and Nida Dar trample South Africa women
After the two bowlers shared five wickets between them to limit the hosts to 119 for 7, Dar starred with the bat as well to put her side 1-0 up
April 15, 2024
Pakistan news
Was frustrated on learning I had hepatitis - Shadab Khan
The Pakistan legspinner thanked family and friends for their support as he faced a difficult month recovering from a bout of hepatitis
April 11, 2024
England v Pakistan, 3rd ODI, Bristol
England's rampant batsmen again make the impossible look inevitable
Blistering run-rate leaves no total safe as Bairstow and Roy take partnership to new level
April 11, 2024
England v Pakistan, 3rd ODI, Bristol
Liam Dawson awaits World Cup SOS as Joe Denly fails his audition
Hampshire allrounder in line for late call-up as England find themselves short of reliable spin back-up
April 18, 2024
Pakistan news
Shadab Khan fit for World Cup, set to return to England
Shadab Khan will be available for the World Cup, with Pakistan captain Sarfaraz Ahmed confirming he was fit
April 14, 2024
England v Pakistan, 3rd ODI, Bristol
Jonny Bairstow fires England as Imam-ul-Haq's 151 goes in vain for Pakistan
England opt to field first, having brought in Joe Denly and Tom Curran for auditions with the ball
April 17, 2024
Joe Denly's big audition: The pros and cons of handing him a World Cup spot
Replacing leg-spinner Adil Rashid for third ODI, Denly has a chance to prove his worth as a back-up option
April 16, 2024
Ageas thriller sets stage for Bristol as England, Pakistan test World Cup options
Changes expected on both sides as final selections draw near
April 17, 2024
ICC satisfied England did not tamper with ball against Pakistan
Governing body say they are aware of unverified footage on social media and are 'comfortable that there was no attempt to change the condition of the ball'
April 17, 2024
World Cup 2019
How Asif Ali's brief burst of power may change Pakistan selectors' mind
A late display of six-hitting carried Pakistan's unlikely chase deep into the final overs, and may have forced a change to the World Cup 15
April 16, 2024
Jos Buttler finds another echelon as spotlight falls again on England's bowlers
Buttler scores second-fastest England ODI ton as Pakistan fall just 12 runs short of giant target to give hosts 1-0 series lead
April 17, 2024
Jos Buttler on top of the world as Pakistan make England work for win
Both sides ring in changes, Jofra Archer rested
April 17, 2024
England v Pakistan, 2nd ODI, Ageas Bowl
Moeen Ali, Jason Roy, Shoaib Malik in contention after not-so-dry run
Both England and Pakistan could make changes as the teams head south with the series square
April 10, 2024
Pakistan news
Talks between PCB and Younis Khan on Under-19 role fall through
Remuneration, and the former captain's demand for a say in selection matters, emerged as the main sticking points
April 13, 2024
England v Pakistan, 1st ODI, The Oval
Jofra Archer may have punched his World Cup ticket with fiery spell on damp day
England chose to bat after rain reduced the game to 47 overs and the possibly of DLS coming into play
April 16, 2024
England v Pakistan, 2nd ODI, Ageas Bowl
James Vince's perfect timing revives England World Cup hopes
A magnificent 190 for Hampshire and the misfortune of a few others has put James Vince back in the frame
April 18, 2024
Pakistan news
Mohammad Amir seeks Oval encore in bid to revive World Cup prospects
Paceman returns to scene of Champions Trophy glory with hopes of emerging from lean 50-over form
April 11, 2024
England news
Alex Hales' dropping a message bad behaviour 'won't be tolerated'
England coach Trevor Bayliss says batsman deserved his punishment but left door open for a future return
April 16, 2024
England news
Liam Dawson could replace Joe Denly in World Cup squad - Trevor Bayliss
Denly faces a couple of defining games over the next few days
April 16, 2024
World Cup 2019
Sarfaraz wants to 'bat four or five', and that can only help Pakistan
The captain moving up the order is good for the team, but the strike rates of the other top-order batsmen needs quite a lot of work
April 17, 2024
England v Pakistan, 1st ODI, The Oval
World Cup preparations dominate agenda as England and Pakistan face off
The Jofra Archer audition process continues, while Pakistan are hoping for a sign from Mohammad Amir
April 16, 2024
Pakistan news
Revamping domestic cricket structure still high on Imran Khan's agenda
Provincial - and not departmental - teams must make up the domestic structure, reiterates the country's prime minister
April 12, 2024
South Africa v Pakistan, 1st women's ODI, Potchefstroom
Sana Mir routs South Africa women for 63
The offspinner took 4 for 11 in her six overs to dismiss the hosts for their second-lowest total in ODI cricket
April 17, 2024
Joe Denly's jack-of-all-trades attributes face their defining test
England's utility option is a fine cricketer in his own right, but does he offer enough in each of his roles to be the World Cup stand-by?
April 16, 2024
Jofra Archer settles in, Eoin Morgan guides England to hard-fought win
Imam-ul-Haq, Mohammad Hasnain, Jofra Archer and Ben Foakes also on T20I debut in Cardiff
April 17, 2024
England v Pakistan, only T20I, Cardiff
Jofra Archer watch continues as England, Pakistan seek World Cup pointers
England have called up Phil Salt as batting cover, while Ben Foakes, Ben Duckett and Mohammad Hasnain are in line for T20I debuts
April 17, 2024
County news
Pakistan's Babar Azam joins Somerset for T20 Blast stint
No. 1-ranked T20I batsman will be available for all 14 group-stage matches and any potential quarter-final
April 10, 2024
Pakistan news
Shoaib Malik given ten days' leave from Pakistan's tour of England
PCB grants all-rounder time off to deal with 'personal issues'
April 13, 2024
Kent v Pakistan XI, Tour match, Beckenham
Imad Wasim fires Pakistan to comprehensive win in opening tour game
There were fifties from Fakhar Zaman and Harris Sohail to go with Imad Wasim's 117 not out as Pakistan notched a 100-run win
April 16, 2024
Pakistan news
Shadab Khan prescribed medication and rest in bid to be fit for World Cup
The legspinner saw a specialist in London and is set to return to Pakistan where he will undergo further tests
April 18, 2024
Pakistan news
Pakistan's Under-19 tour of Sri Lanka called off
Sri Lanka Cricket says they 'didn't want to take chances' in the wake of the security situation after Colombo blasts
April 10, 2024
Pakistan news
'All bases covered' for England-bound Pakistan - Mickey Arthur
Despite being underdogs, according to captain Sarfaraz Ahmed, coach Mickey Arthur believes Pakistan have what it takes to go all the way at the World Cup
April 13, 2024
Pakistan news
Haris Sohail and Babar Azam play down Pakistan's power-hitting concerns
The middle-order anchors believe they have the extra gears needed for putting up totals that will challenge the best ODI teams in the world
April 13, 2024
Pakistan in England 2019
Shadab Khan ruled out of England series with virus
Pakistan legspinner to meet specialists in England after "tests revealed a virus that will require treatment and rest for, at least, four weeks"
April 17, 2024
Pakistan news
Why Mohammad Amir isn't in Pakistan's World Cup squad (yet)
The numbers say one thing about Amir, but many a Pakistani heart is at odds with that. He has one more chance before the World Cup to beat his bowling blues
April 13, 2024
Pakistan news
PCB board meeting abandoned as five members demand MD Wasim Khan removal
The PCB's first-ever board of governors meeting in Quetta had to be adjourned after five members walked out, demanding, among other things, the removal of managing director Wasim Khan
April 12, 2024
Pakistan news
Imad Wasim allowed extra time to pass fitness test
The allrounder is recovering from a knee injury, and medical staff believe the problem will clear by the time the World Cup begins
April 13, 2024
Pakistan news
Flower sees Pakistan batting positives despite Australia whitewash
Grant Flower, the side's batting coach, was encouraged by strong showings from a few Pakistan batsmen during the ODIs against Australia
April 13, 2024
Pakistan news
Habib Bank 'demobilises' cricket team, to continue investing in PSL
The company's move aligns well with the PCB's in-principle decision to scrap departments from the first-class structure
April 12, 2024
Pakistan news
Fitness standards 'not where they needed to be' in UAE - Mickey Arthur
Arthur has been a major proponent of changes in the fitness standards of international cricketers in Pakistan since his appointment in 2016
April 10, 2024
World Cup 2019
Decision time - how are World Cup squads stacking up?
Injury concerns, big calls, wildcard selections. World Cup squads need to be named by April 23 so here's a rundown of how the teams stand.
April 16, 2024
Pakistan news
Umar Akmal fined for breaking team curfew
Batsman loses 20 percent of his match fee for disciplinary breach ahead of the fifth ODI against Australia in Dubai
April 16, 2024
Australia v Pakistan, 5th ODI, Dubai
Haris Sohail's ton in vain as Australia complete clean sweep
Australia also made one change with Jason Behrendorff replacing Nathan Coulter-Nile
April 10, 2024
Pakistan v Australia, 5th ODI, Dubai
Can Australia sign off Asian leg with whitewash?
Can an improved Pakistan showing in the fourth game galvanise them sufficiently to stave off another whitewash?
April 17, 2024
Pakistan v Australia, 4th ODI, Dubai
Australia muscle to six-run victory despite Mohammad Rizwan and Abid Ali brilliance
Meanwhile, Australia make two changes in their fast bowling department
April 09, 2024
Pakistan v Australia, 4th ODI, Dubai
Shoaib Malik out injured, one more chance for fringe players to impress
With the series already wrapped up, both Australia and Pakistan will view the remaining two games at the Dubai International Stadium as World Cup primers.
April 18, 2024
Pakistan news
Imran Khan rejects PCB's new domestic model
Imran Khan, the Pakistan prime minister and patron of the PCB, has rejected the board's new proposed domestic cricket model, insisting that departments should have no role in the game
April 13, 2024
Pakistan v Australia, 3rd ODI, Abu Dhabi
Maxwell and Cummins the difference as Australia take series
Pakistan bring in Usman Shinwari and Junaid Khan as they bid to keep the series alive
April 14, 2024
Pakistan v Australia, 3rd ODI, Abu Dhabi
'Nobody more worried about Amir's form than Amir' - Arthur
With the World Cup less than two month's away, Pakistan's head coach has cast doubts over the fast bowler's inclusion in the side "going forward"
April 09, 2024
Pakistan v Australia, 3rd ODI, Abu Dhabi
Problems galore for Pakistan as Australia eye series win
Following a meek performance in Sharjah, the onus is on Shoaib Malik and his men to stave off a series loss in Abu Dhabi
April 17, 2024
Pakistan v Australia, 2nd ODI, Sharjah
Who is Mohammad Hasnain?
The 18-year-old quick has got people talking after his performance in the PSL and gave Aaron Finch a few things to think about on his ODI debut
April 09, 2024
Australia v Pakistan, 2nd ODI, Sharjah
Aaron Finch's career-best 153 not out keeps Australia rolling
The 18-year-old pace bowler replaced Mohammad Amir in the Pakistan XI, even as Australia fielded an unchanged side
April 10, 2024
Pakistan v Australia, 2nd ODI, Sharjah
Finch's Australia keep defying expectations as World Cup nears
Pakistan, meanwhile, are experimenting with their squad and while that is necessary their performance in Sharjah on Friday was rather listless
April 13, 2024
Pakistan v Australia, 1st ODI, Sharjah
Aaron Finch, Shaun Marsh the heroes as Australia take 1-0 lead
Umar Akmal was a notable inclusion after spending over two years out of the side
April 12, 2024
Pakistan v Australia, 1st ODI, Sharjah
Shoaib Malik's captaincy in focus as Pakistan seek ODI turnaround
Australia are coming off an unexpected triumph against India, but will be without the ill Glenn Maxwell for the first ODI
April 12, 2024
Pakistan news
Urooj Mumtaz to head PCB's all-women selection panel
Asmavia Iqbal and Marina Iqbal part of panel in PCB's quest to revamp women's cricket
April 18, 2024
2nd T20I, Pakistan women tour of Bangladesh, Cox's Bazar
Bangladesh women routed for 30 against Pakistan
Pakistan hammered Bangladesh by 58 runs as the hosts were dismissed for their lowest-ever total
April 18, 2024
Pakistan news
Shoaib Malik to lead as Umar Akmal, Junaid recalled
The decision to rest six players, chief selector Inzamam-ul-Haq said, was taken largely to ensure they got adequate rest before the World Cup
April 16, 2024
Glory against all odds - six times the underdogs had all the fun
India's triumph in the 1983 World Cup, South Africa's ambush of England in 1905-06, Sri Lanka's other fairy tale and more
April 18, 2024
India news
BCCI wants cricket community to 'sever ties with countries from which terrorism emanates'
IPL 2019 opening ceremony to be scrapped, money will be distributed to families of victims of Pulwama terror attack instead
April 10, 2024
India-Pakistan tensions
'Would personally hate to give them two points' - Tendulkar
What players, coaches and other voices from the cricket world have said about India potentially boycotting their World Cup meeting with Pakistan
April 11, 2024
India news
BCCI mulls asking for Pakistan World Cup ban
Draft letter to ICC prepared, government ministries to be consulted after internal discussions
April 17, 2024
PSL news
Hand injury casts doubt on Hafeez's PSL and World Cup
The incident took place in the 13th over of Karachi's run-chase, when Colin Ingram hammered one straight back to Hafeez, and the ball burst through his fingers
April 11, 2024
Pakistan v West Indies, 3rd women's ODI, Dubai
Ameen, Sandhu, Baig give Pakistan women historic series win
Ameen scored 52 to guide the chase after Baig and Sandhu took three-fors to dismiss West Indies for 159 in the series decider
April 17, 2024
Australia tour of UAE 2019
Warner, Smith bans to expire during Pakistan series in March
All of the five matches will be played in UAE from March 22, with the fourth one significant to Australia because Warner and Smith will have served out their bans
April 18, 2024
Pakistan news
Will consider PSL performances to finalise World Cup squad - Arthur
The head coach also backed captain Sarfaraz Ahmed for his wicketkeeping form over recent months
April 14, 2024
Pakistan women v West Indies women, 1st ODI, Dubai
Deandra Dottin's all-round brilliance demolishes Pakistan
She followed her dominant 96 with 3 for 14 to hand Pakistan a 146-run loss in the first ever women's ODI at the Dubai International Stadium
April 17, 2024
South Africa v Pakistan, 3rd T20I, Centurion
Shadab and Amir star in Pakistan's consolation win
Hasan Ali and Usman Shinwari were the two bowlers left out of Pakistan's final game of the tour
April 15, 2024
South Africa v Pakistan, 3rd T20I, Centurion
Mulder T20I debut likely as Pakistan look to avoid whitewash
The last time Pakistan failed to win any game in a three-match T20I series was against England in the UAE in November 2015
April 10, 2024
South Africa v Pakistan, 2nd T20I, Johannesburg
South Africa hold nerve after Babar Azam 90 to seal series
In a must-win game for Pakistan, Faheem Ashraf made way for Shaheen Afridi
April 18, 2024
Pakistan v West Indies, 3rd women's T20I, Karachi
Nida Dar, Anam Amin lead Pakistan to victory in Sana Mir's 100th T20I
West Indies take T20I series 2-1 despite going down by 12 runs in the final fixture
April 14, 2024
South Africa v Pakistan, 2nd T20I, Johannesburg
Miller to captain SA as Pakistan eye redemption
Trailing the series 0-1, with both Faf du Plessis and Quinton de Kock out, the visitors couldn't hope for a better chance to kick off a fightback
April 18, 2024
World Cup 2019
India to play New Zealand and Bangladesh in 2019 World Cup warm-ups
The ten participating teams will play two warm-ups each
April 13, 2024
South Africa v Pakistan, 1st T20I, Cape Town
Du Plessis, Hendricks and Miller subdue Pakistan
Pakistan have put South Africa in to bat after winning the toss in the first T20I at Newlands, but will be without an injured Mohammad Hafeez
April 10, 2024
South Africa v Pakistan, 1st T20I, Cape Town
Odds tilted Pakistan's way as Newlands prepares for T20I series
Pakistan have won 11 T20I series in a row coming into this fixture against a home side that has several new faces to try out
April 19, 2024
Pakistan women v West Indies women, 1st T20I, Karachi
Dottin blitz helps West Indies brush past Pakistan in series opener
She struck an unbeaten 90 off 60 balls and followed it with a wicket to consign the hosts to a 71-run loss in Karachi
April 18, 2024
South Africa v Pakistan, 5th ODI, Cape Town
Quinton de Kock and seamers seal South Africa's series win
The team batting second has won the last four games at the ground
April 10, 2024
T20 World Cup 2020
No India-Pakistan game in group stage of 2020 T20 World Cup
Pakistan and India are No. 1 and No. 2 respectively in the T20I rankings, and have been placed in different groups for the next T20 World Cup as a result
April 12, 2024
South Africa v Pakistan, 5th ODI, Cape Town
Shoaib Malik's influence has Pakistan dreaming of the trophy
South Africa appear to be more interested in testing their bench strength than winning the series, but that mindset may change in the deciding ODI in Cape Town
April 10, 2024
South Africa v Pakistan, 4th ODI, Johannesburg
Shinwari's four-for helps Pakistan draw level
Pakistan had a new captain in Shoaib Malik, after ICC announced a four-match suspension for Sarfraz Ahmed
April 10, 2024
Pakistan in South Africa 2018-19
Sarfraz Ahmed gets four-match suspension for racist comment
ICC and PCB yet to officially announce the penalty, but Shoaib Malik comes out to the toss in Johannesburg
April 10, 2024
South Africa v Pakistan, 4th ODI, Johannesburg
Can Pakistan end South Africa's PinkDay invincibility?
The hosts have won all seven ODIs at the Wanderers since they started wearing pink for this fixture, and will wrap up a series win if they make it eight in a row
April 10, 2024
South Africa v Pakistan, 3rd ODI, Centurion
Imam-ul-Haq thanks the haters
The batsman made a yapping-mouth gesture after reaching his hundred, and later said it was directed at 'all the people who criticised me over the years'
April 10, 2024
Pakistan in South Africa 2018-19
Sarfraz apologises to Phehlukwayo in person for racially-charged taunt
The Pakistan captain tweeted a picture of himself shaking hands with the South Africa allrounder before the third ODI in Centurion
April 10, 2024
South Africa v Pakistan, 3rd ODI, Centurion
Reeza Hendricks stars in rain-hit game as South Africa go 2-1 up
Dale Steyn, Quinton de Kock, Mohammad Amir and Imad Wasim all returned to their respective sides with the series locked 1-1
April 18, 2024
South Africa v Pakistan, 3rd ODI, Centurion
Hafeez vs Steyn set to resume as focus returns to cricket
Quinton de Kock is also set to return for South Africa, on a SuperSport Park surface that is likely to enthuse fast bowlers from both sides
April 11, 2024
South Africa v Pakistan, 3rd ODI, Centurion
'We forgive him because he said sorry' - Faf du Plessis on Sarfraz Ahmed's taunt
'This is not something that we take lightly as a team, but the fact that he apologised straight away means there is regret on his part'
April 10, 2024
South Africa v Pakistan, 2nd ODI, Durban
On-field taunt could land Sarfraz Ahmed in the dock
In the 37th over of South Africa's innings, Pakistan's captain was caught on the broadcast stump mics making what seemed to be a racist comment against Andile Phehlukwayo
April 10, 2024
South Africa v Pakistan, 2nd ODI, Durban
Van der Dussen, Phehlukwayo usher South Africa home in low-scoring match
Pakistan handed an ODI debut to seam-bowling allrounder Hussain Talat in place of Imad Wasim
April 17, 2024
South Africa v Pakistan, 2nd ODI, Durban
South Africa look to overturn recent record against Pakistan
The hosts have beaten Pakistan only once since late 2013 and will be bothered by how they've started in a World Cup year
April 11, 2024
South Africa v Pakistan, 1st ODI, Port Elizabeth
Imam-ul-Haq, Mohammad Hafeez ace chase to put Pakistan 1-0 up
Pakistan, meanwhile, included Mohammad Hafeez, Shoaib Malik, Imad Wasim and Usman Shinwari, while Fakhar Zaman, too, returned after being dropped form the third Test
April 19, 2024
South Africa v Pakistan, 1st ODI, Port Elizabeth
Returning Shoaib Malik, Mohammad Hafeez key against resurgent South Africa
Pakistan have never lost at St George's Park in three matches, but they'll have to be wary of David Miller, who returns to his favourite ground in South Africa
April 15, 2024
South Africa v Pakistan, 3rd Test, Johannesburg, 4th day
Mickey Arthur disappointed at loss, but confident in long-term plans
Arthur said he can't fault the attitude and work ethic of his players, but added that the 0-3 loss was unacceptable
April 10, 2024
South Africa v Pakistan, 3rd Test, Johannesburg
Duanne Olivier, Kagiso Rabada end Pakistan resistance for 3-0 sweep
South Africa demonstrated the ruthless instinct that has brought them seven straight series win at home, rounding up the seven Pakistan wickets they needed before lunch
April 12, 2024
South Africa v Pakistan, 3rd Test, Johannesburg, 3rd day
Azhar Mahmood points out inexperience in Pakistan's attack
The Pakistan bowling coach said that the pitch had flattened out and his was a young attack which, admittedly, could have bowled better
April 19, 2024
South Africa v Pakistan, 3rd Test, Johannesburg, 3rd day
How Pakistan lost their last glimmer of hope
Pakistan began the day sharply, but, by the end of it, they were left facing a chase every bit as daunting as could be expected
April 10, 2024
South Africa v Pakistan, 3rd Test, Johannesburg
Pakistan fight in pursuit of 381 after Quinton de Kock century
Quinton de Kock's half-century carried South Africa's lead past 300 as Pakistan were made to struggle for inroads
April 18, 2024
South Africa v Pakistan, 3rd Test, Johannesburg, 2nd day
Sarfraz Ahmed rues 'three bad shots' in Pakistan's collapse
He included his own dismissal among the avoidable ones that he felt had cost Pakistan the chance of getting close to South Africa's first-innings total
April 18, 2024
South Africa v Pakistan, 3rd Test, Johannesburg, 2nd day
Stirring Saturday an ode to a thriving Test game
South Africa's series against Pakistan has given an indication that Test cricket's recent tendency for drama, intensity and results won't be abating any time soon
April 10, 2024
South Africa v Pakistan, 3rd Test, Johannesburg, 2nd day
Azhar Ali and Asad Shafiq flounder on another day of what-ifs
They have struggled to fill the shoes of the retired Misbah and Younis, and their twin ducks at the Wanderers began the process of Pakistan squandering another promising position
April 10, 2024
South Africa v Pakistan, 3rd Test, Johannesburg
Duanne Olivier, Hashim Amla wrest control for South Africa
Thanks to a combination of bad catching, good fortune and no little fortitude, Pakistan reached the interval five down but still in the fight
April 17, 2024
South Africa v Pakistan, 3rd Test, Johannesburg, 2nd day
Four drops and a missed run-out: South Africa's sloppy first hour
South Africa saw as many as six chances go begging as Pakistan made it through the first hour of day two intact at the Wanderers
April 18, 2024
South Africa v Pakistan, 3rd Test, Johannesburg, 1st day
'Plan of controlling run rate worked' - Amir
Left-arm fast bowler believes it's still only "50-50" despite Pakistan's outstanding bowling day
April 10, 2024
South Africa v Pakistan, 3rd Test, Johannesburg, 1st day
'Probably the best I've batted in a session' - Markram
He put on 126 with Hashim Amla, hitting 14 boundaries before lunch alone to quickly put Pakistan on the defensive
April 18, 2024
South Africa v Pakistan, 3rd Test, Johannesburg, 1st day
Mohammad Amir peeved by Sarfraz Ahmed's criticism
'Leave this question,' the fast bowler said when probed about his captain's remarks. 'Are we done?' Five minutes into his press conference, he walked out
April 10, 2024
South Africa v Pakistan, 3rd Test, Johannesburg
Yasir Shah dropped as career record goes south
In Southern Hemisphere countries inhospitable to spin, Yasir Shah has failed to raise his game to the level Pakistan need
April 13, 2024
South Africa v Pakistan, 3rd Test, Johannesburg
Pakistan seamers hit back after Aiden Markram sets punishing tone
Sour Africa brought in Zubayr Hamza for the suspended Faf du Plessis while Shadab Khan, Faheem Ashraf and Hasan Ali all returned for Pakistan
April 10, 2024
South Africa v Pakistan, 2nd Test, Cape Town
No let up for Pakistan as South Africa eye whitewash
South Africa could include two debutants, in Pieter Malan and Zubayr Hamza, while Pakistan are mulling whether to play allrounder Faheem Ashraf
April 10, 2024
South Africa v Pakistan, 3rd Test, Johannesburg
Pakistan consider changes after 'disappointment' of series defeat
Azhar Ali admitted Pakistan could alter the balance of their side for the third and final Test
April 10, 2024
South Africa v Pakistan, 2nd Test, Cape Town
Pakistan bowling 'not up to the mark', laments Sarfraz Ahmed
Pakistan captain critical of his seamers' lack of pace after his team were beaten by nine wickets in Cape Town
April 10, 2024
South Africa v Pakistan, 2nd Test, Cape Town
Amla injured but Elgar seals South Africa's fourth-morning victory
Hashim Amla was forced to retire hurt as South Africa ticked off the 41 runs required for victory
April 18, 2024
South Africa v Pakistan, 2nd Test, Cape Town, 3rd day
Counterattacking approach brings runs but little joy for Asad Shafiq
The Pakistan batsman went after the short ball and scored a high-quality 88 on a bittersweet day when his side slid to the brink of defeat
April 10, 2024
South Africa v Pakistan, 2nd Test, Cape Town, 3rd day
Fakhar Zaman's eight-ball horror show exemplifies Pakistan's horror tour
Out of position, out of sorts, and seemingly out of his depth - every questionable call made by the team management was distilled into one brief and forgettable innings
April 17, 2024
South Africa v Pakistan, 2nd Test, Cape Town
Pakistan live to die another day after spirited fightback
South Africa's tail wagged on the third morning at Newlands, as their fast bowlers helped to add a further 49 runs to their overnight total
April 10, 2024
South Africa v Pakistan, 2nd Test, Cape Town, 2nd day
Why are Pakistan ignoring Faheem Ashraf?
He couldn't do too much worse than the current top six, and his bowling would take some of the load off an overworked pace attack. So why isn't he playing?
April 10, 2024
South Africa v Pakistan, 2nd Test, 2nd Day, Cape Town
Centurion, Cape Town pitches not good enough for Test cricket - Mickey Arthur
South Africa batsman Temba Bavuma, who scored 75 on the second day, said the Newlands surface was 'tricky and challenging', but not 'dangerous'
April 18, 2024
South Africa v Pakistan, 2nd Test, Cape Town
Faf du Plessis' century leaves Pakistan with mountain to climb
South Africa overcame the early loss of Hashim Amla to inch themselves into a first-innings lead on the second morning at Cape Town
April 10, 2024
South Africa v Pakistan, 2nd Test, Cape Town
Soft signal, hard luck, as Pakistan suffer more third-umpire woe
April 10, 2024
South Africa v Pakistan, 2nd Test, Cape Town, 1st day
Pakistan's gloom deepens in Table Mountain's shadow
With pretty much the same core group of batsmen, minus MisYou, Pakistan have lost 13 of their last 20 Tests; 14 out of 21 now seems almost certain
April 10, 2024
South Africa v Pakistan, 2nd Test, Cape Town
Azhar Ali struggle versus Duanne Olivier the microcosm of a mismatch
For the third time in as many innings, Pakistan's senior batsman found himself bounced out by Duanne Olivier
April 10, 2024
South Africa v Pakistan, 2nd Test, Cape Town
Aiden Markram and Duanne Olivier put South Africa in full control at Newlands
April 10, 2024
South Africa v Pakistan, 2nd Test, Cape Town
Vernon Philander's return amps up pressure on Pakistan's middle order
One source of hope for the visitors is the potential presence of Mohammad Abbas, who missed the first Test with a shoulder injury
April 10, 2024
Pakistan tour of South Africa 2018-19
Knee injury forces Haris Sohail out of South Africa tour
Haris had missed the Boxing Day Test in Centurion, where Shan Masood was named his replacement in the playing XI just 90 minutes ahead of the scheduled start
April 12, 2024
South Africa v Pakistan, 2nd Test, Cape Town
Pakistan stick with under-fire top six for Newlands examination
Sarfraz Ahmed backed his batsmen to come good as he ruled out changes or the inclusion of an allrounder
April 10, 2024
South Africa v Pakistan, 2nd Test, Cape Town
Clash of the medium pacers: Abbas arrives on Philander's patch
Mohammad Abbas has carved a superb record in unhelpful conditions - but how will go against the master, Vernon Philander, on his home ground?
April 10, 2024
South Africa v Pakistan, 1st Test, Centurion, 3rd day
Azhar took a 'clean' catch, on-field decision should have stayed - Sarfraz
The Pakistan captain drew parallel with the catch that dismissed Virat Kohli in Perth, even as the coach Mickey Arthur got one demerit point for 'showing dissent'
April 10, 2024
South Africa v Pakistan, 1st Test, Centurion, 3rd Day
Sarfraz laments "mental challenges" of pressure in second innings
Pakistan's captain said the responsibility to turn things around rested with everyone, including the coaching staff, for a problem that's been recurring for the past two years
April 18, 2024
South Africa v Pakistan, 1st Test, Centurion, 3rd Day
Olivier, Amla, Elgar shine as South Africa go 1-0 up
The pair put behind Aiden Markram's early departure and a pressure filled first hour to keep the home team in sight of victory
April 18, 2024
South Africa v Pakistan, 1st Test, Centurion
Arthur gives Pakistan's seniors dressing-room dressing down
Coach's focus on the 'soft dismissals' of Sarfraz Ahmed, Azhar Ali and Asad Shafiq, with talk emerging of 'big changes' in the next Test
April 19, 2024
South Africa v Pakistan, 1st Test, Centurion, 2nd day
Will the real Pakistan middle-order please stand up?
The trio of Asad Shafiq, Azhar Ali and Sarfraz Ahmed has been parched for substantial runs since MisYou, collectively managing 1838 runs at 31.15 in the period
April 10, 2024
South Africa v Pakistan, 1st Test, Centurion, 2nd day
South Africa to chase 149 after Olivier takes 11
Bavuma's composed fifty and de Kock's enterprising batting with the tail pushed South Africa to 223 all out at lunch on the second day
April 10, 2024
South Africa v Pakistan, 1st Test, Centurion, 1st day
Steyn record lights up bowlers' day out
Dale Steyn will get the opportunity to become South Africa's highest ever Test wicket-taker
April 10, 2024
South Africa v Pakistan, 1st Test, Centurion
Injury blow for Pakistan as Haris out, Masood in
The Pakistan team management confirmed to ESPNcricinfo the change would have to be made just 90 minutes ahead of the scheduled start in Centurion
April 14, 2024
South Africa v Pakistan, 1st Test, Centurion
Chasing history, Pakistan seek batting solidity against Dale Steyn and Kagiso Rabada
Having arrived with a strong bowling attack, this could be Pakistan's best-ever chance to finally win a Test series in South Africa
April 10, 2024
Pakistan tour of South Africa 2018-19
The age of Babar begins
The 24-year old is no longer just a white-ball cricketer and aims to prove that against Dale Steyn and company
April 10, 2024
South Africa v Pakistan, 1st Test, Centurion
Mohammad Abbas ruled out of Centurion Test
The fast bowler is yet to fully recover from his shoulder injury. Shadab Khan is out too, but Fakhar Zaman is fit to play
April 10, 2024
South Africa v Pakistan, 1st Test, Centurion
'World-class' Yasir Shah gives Pakistan an advantage - Sarfraz Ahmed
The conditions are expected to favour the seamers, but Pakistan's captain has singled out his legspinner as a potent threat to South Africa's batsmen
April 10, 2024
CSA Invitation XI v Pakistanis, Tour Match, Day 3, Benoni
Imam-ul-Haq, Haris Sohail, Mohammad Amir star in warm-up win
Fifties from Sohail and Imam on the final day of the three-day warm-up fixture helped Pakistanis complete a win against Cricket South Africa Invitation XI in Benoni
April 12, 2024
CSA Invitation XI v Pakistanis, Tour Match, Benoni, Day 2
Babar Azam, Azhar Ali centuries rescue Pakistanis
Three wickets from seamer Thandolwethu Mnyaka had overseen a disappointing top-order collapse early, with Pakistan reduced to 112 for five at one point
April 19, 2024
CSA Invitation XI v Pakistanis, tour match, Benoni, 1st day
Mixed results for Pakistani bowlers on SA tour's opening day
Fakhar Zaman, who was nursing an injured knee before the tour, batted for the tourists before stumps on the first day in Benoni
April 10, 2024
Pakistan v New Zealand, 3rd Test, Abu Dhabi
Under-fire Sarfraz Ahmed sees possibility of giving up captaincy
'If I make mistakes, or it is because of me that the team is losing then I will definitely think about it, and if there is someone better than me to do the Test captaincy, then he should'
April 09, 2024
Pakistan v New Zealand, 3rd Test, Abu Dhabi, 5th day
Four hours and 49 minutes of same old Pakistan
Edgbaston, the MCG, Hamilton. Abu Dhabi, Abu Dhabi, Abu Dhabi. A litany of final-day meltdowns just grew a little longer
April 12, 2024
Pakistan v New Zealand, 3rd Test, Abu Dhabi
Pakistan's misfortunes since MisYou's farewell
Williamson's 228 runs were the most by a New Zealand batsman in a Test against Pakistan
April 18, 2024
Pakistan v New Zealand, 3rd day, Abu Dhabi, 5th day
After 49 years, New Zealand conquer Pakistan away
The visitors smashed 81 in nine overs on the final morning before declaring on 353 for 7
April 18, 2024
'Yasir Shah does a Usain Bolt'
Praise from former and current Pakistan players after Yasir Shah became the fastest to 200 Test wickets
April 13, 2024
Pakistan v New Zealand, 3rd Test, Abu Dhabi, 4th day
Yasir Shah fastest to 200 Test wickets, breaks 82-year-old record
The legspinner took just 33 Tests to reach the landmark as compared to Clarrie Grimmett's 36
April 09, 2024
Pakistan v New Zealand, 3rd Test, Abu Dhabi, 4th day
Kane Williamson ton, Henry Nicholls 90* put New Zealand in control
Earlier, Yasir Shah broke Clarrie Grimmett's 82-year-old record to become the fastest bowler to reach 200 Test wickets
April 18, 2024
Pakistan v New Zealand, 3rd Test, Abu Dhabi, 3rd day
Azhar and Shafiq answer the call, and yet...
This should have been a redemptive day for Pakistan's two senior batsmen, and it very nearly was, until... well, you know what happened next
April 15, 2024
Pakistan v New Zealand, 3rd Test, Abu Dhabi, 3rd day
Azhar Ali, Asad Shafiq tons headline see-saw day
New Zealand's first innings score of 274 is only 50 runs away
April 18, 2024
Pakistan v New Zealand, 3rd Test, Abu Dhabi, 2nd day
Azhar Ali anchors Pakistan in reply to New Zealand's 274
Pakistan lost Mohammad Hafeez at the stroke of lunch after Bilal Asif grabbed the last three New Zealand wickets to finish with 5 for 65
April 18, 2024
Pakistan v New Zealand, 3rd Test, Abu Dhabi, 1st day
Shaheen Afridi - three first-class matches old, and primed for Test cricket
His entry might mirror Wasim Akram's in terms of game-time, but Afridi has been gently lowered into the top level, rather than thrown into the pit
April 09, 2024
Pakistan v New Zealand, 3rd Test, Abu Dhabi, 1st day
Williamson, Watling hold off Pakistan's surge on even first day
New Zealand elected to bat in the Test series decider in Abu Dhabi, handing a debut to Will Somerville, while Pakistan pacer Shaheen Afridi made his Test debut, picked in place of Mohammad Abbas
April 18, 2024
Pakistan v New Zealand, 3rd Test, Abu Dhabi
Shaheen Afridi likely to make Test debut in Abu Dhabi
A shoulder injury to Mohammad Abbas in the second Test in Dubai is set to pave the way for the 18-year-old in the deciding Test of the series against New Zealand
April 09, 2024
Pakistan v New Zealand, 3rd Test, Abu Dhabi
Are Pakistan mulling a return to three seamers?
Is Sarfraz Ahmed considering picking the allrounder Faheem Ashraf in place of the offspinner Bilal Asif?
April 18, 2024
Pakistan v New Zealand, 3rd Test, Abu Dhabi
Starting well the key as series returns to Abu Dhabi for decider
The toss may again prove crucial, lending a distinct advantage to whoever bats first
April 18, 2024
Pakistan v New Zealand, 2nd Test, 4th day, Dubai
Yasir's match figures second only to Imran
Only two other legspinners in Test history have better figures than Yasir
April 18, 2024
Pakistan v New Zealand, 2nd Test, Dubai, 4th day
Yasir Shah bags 14 as Pakistan wrap up innings win
New Zealand fought hard, adding 91 runs to the overnight score. But having conceded such a huge lead in the first innings, the feeling that are delaying the inevitable lingers
April 18, 2024
Pakistan v New Zealand, 2nd Test, 3rd day, Dubai
'Everyone expects me to pick wickets in UAE' - Yasir
Forget being the world No. 1, being Pakistan's best will do for the 32-year old legspinner
April 18, 2024
Pakistan v New Zealand, 2nd Test, 3rd day, Abu Dhabi
Yasir Shah joins Abdul Qadir in select club
All the records Yasir triggered during the course of his magical spell in Dubai
April 18, 2024
New Zealand v Pakistan, 2nd Test, Dubai, 3rd day
Yasir Shah's 10-wicket day leaves New Zealand with uphill battle
After an opening stand that had looked like frustrating Pakistan in the morning, the legspinner tore through New Zealand's middle order to turn the game on its head
April 19, 2024
Pakistan v New Zealand, 2nd Test, Dubai, 2nd day
There was no pressure of scoring a Test hundred - Babar Azam
For a man with a supposed inaptitude to Test cricket, Babar Azam does end up with an awful lot of big scores in the format
April 18, 2024
Pakistan v New Zealand, 2nd Test, Dubai, 2nd day
Pakistan declare at 418 after Haris marathon, Babar ton
Pakistan grew their advantage in a nearly chanceless session where Hairs Sohail and Babar Azam brought up their century stand
April 18, 2024
Pakistan v New Zealand, 2nd Test, Dubai, 1st day
Azhar and Sohail make 81 each on attritional first day
On a cool morning, Sarfraz Ahmed said the pitch was ripe for setting up the game with a handy first innings total, insisting the team had put the loss in Abu Dhabi behind them
April 18, 2024
New Zealand in UAE 2018-19
Will Abu Dhabi debacle haunt Pakistan in Dubai?
Pakistan and New Zealand meet in Dubai a few days after an astonishing implosion saw the visitors take a 1-0 lead in this three-match Test series
April 18, 2024
Pakistan v New Zealand, 1st Test, Abu Dhabi, 4th day
Abu Dhabi win ranks as 'one of our best' - Williamson
Kane Williamson was delighted with the fighting spirit his charges showed as they snatched a dramatic four-run win in the first Test in Abu Dhabi against Pakistan
April 18, 2024
Pakistan vs New Zealand 1st Test, Abu Dhabi
Struggling Sarfraz laments "soft, cheap dismissals"
The Pakistan captain pointed to Babar Azam's run out as the turning point, while admitting to being disappointed with the shot he himself played to get out
April 19, 2024
Pakistan v England, 1st Test, Abu Dhabi, 4th day
The five narrowest Test wins
New Zealand's four-run victory over Pakistan in Abu Dhabi was the fifth closest win by runs in Test history
April 18, 2024
Pakistan v New Zealand, 1st Test, Abu Dhabi, 4th day
The fifth-narrowest win in Test cricket
New Zealand won by four runs, handing Pakistan their narrowest defeat in Test cricket
April 18, 2024
Pakistan v New Zealand, 1st Test, Abu Dhabi
'Holy scccchmoly! What a Test match!'
A memorable finish in Abu Dhabi got many talking about the longest format on Twitter
April 18, 2024
Pakistan v New Zealand, 1st Test, Abu Dhabi, 4th day
Debutant Ajaz Patel scripts stunning four-run win for New Zealand
The duo added 82 for the fourth wicket after the New Zealand spinners had reduced Pakistan to 48 for 3 in chase of 176
April 19, 2024
Pakistan v New Zealand, 1st Test, Abu Dhabi, 3rd day
Hasan Ali, Yasir Shah take five-fors as Pakistan rally
The fast bowler removed Raval and Taylor in one over to stall the visitors' progress in Abu Dhabi
April 18, 2024
Pakistan v New Zealand, 1st Test, Abu Dhabi, 2nd day
Trent Boult and spinners lead New Zealand's fightback
Trent Boult bowled an excellent spell, but the two batsmen steadily chipped away at the deficit
April 18, 2024
'Oye Hoye'! Is that the most bizarre trophy in cricket?
It's not been a month since the 'biscuit' trophy, and we have another fascinating one for the Pakistan-New Zealand Tests. Where would you rank the Oye Hoye Cup when it comes to the most bizarre trophies in cricket?
April 18, 2024
Pakistan v New Zealand, 1st Test, Abu Dhabi, 1st day
Kane Williamson the lone bright spot in New Zealand wreckage
Pakistan stuck with Hasan Ali as the second seamer alongside Mohammad Abbas, while Imam-ul-Haq returned to partner Mohammad Hafeez at the top
April 18, 2024
Pakistan v New Zealand, Women's World T20, Group B
Spinners strangle Pakistan in big New Zealand win
Both teams had got off to strong starts with the bat, but New Zealand's spinners were the difference in a 54-run win
April 18, 2024
Pakistan vs New Zealand 1st Test, Abu Dhabi
Red-hot Mohammad Abbas Pakistan's trump card with Kane Williamson set to play
Pakistan will look to pick up where they left off against Australia last month, while New Zealand play their first Test match since March
April 18, 2024
Pakistan v Ireland, Women's World T20 2018
Javeria Khan's 74* keeps Pakistan alive
Sandhu's record spell helps Pakistan bowlers apply the squeeze after Javeria's enterprising half-century in a must-win game
April 10, 2024
India v Pakistan, Women's World T20, Group B, Guyana
Mithali Raj fifty steers India to victory
Her 15th T20I half-century wrapped up India's victory over Pakistan with six balls and seven wickets to spare
April 18, 2024
India v Pakistan, Women's World T20, Guyana
Pakistan penalised twice for running in danger area of pitch
Repeated indiscretions from Pakistan resulted in India beginning their chase on 10 for 0, before a ball was bowled
April 18, 2024
Pakistan v New Zealand, 3rd ODI, Dubai
Rain ruins decider after Babar, Haris fire
Tom Latham stood in as New Zealand captain in the absence of Kane Williamson
April 18, 2024
Pakistan v New Zealand, 3rd ODI, Dubai
Confident Pakistan well-placed for first series win against NZ in seven years
Aside from a Trent Boult spell and an indifferent slog-overs bowling performance in the first ODI, Pakistan have been on top of the visitors through the series
April 18, 2024
Australia v Pakistan, Women's World T20, Group B, Guyana
Alyssa Healy's fireworks set up convincing Australia win
The wicketkeeper-batsman's blistering 48 set the tone in a match that made the gulf between the two teams painfully obvious
April 18, 2024
Pakistan v New Zealand, 2nd ODI, Abu Dhabi
Imam-ul-Haq's scans clear after helmet blow
Pakistan opening batsman was struck on the grille by a Lockie Ferguson bouncer
April 13, 2024
Pakistan v New Zealand, 2nd ODI, Abu Dhabi
Shaheen Afridi, Fakhar help Pakistan draw level
Pakistan forced to make one change, with Junaid Khan ruled out of the series due to a toe injury; Faheem Ashraf comes into the XI
April 18, 2024
Pakistan v New Zealand, 2nd ODI, Abu Dhabi
Pakistan need quick fix for batting woes
Pakistan have never beaten New Zealand in a bilateral ODI series in UAE, and they've got their backs to the wall again
April 18, 2024
Pakistan v New Zealand, 1st ODI, Abu Dhabi
Sarfraz slams 'disgraceful' Ross Taylor in Hafeez action controversy
Ross Taylor appeared to publicly question its legality during the course of the first ODI between Pakistan and New Zealand in Abu Dhabi
April 17, 2024
Pakistan v New Zealand, 1st ODI, Abu Dhabi
Trent Boult's hat-trick headlines New Zealand's emphatic win
Pakistan, who are looking to snap an 11-match losing streak against their opponents, brought back regular opener Imam-ul-Haq
April 18, 2024
Pakistan v New Zealand, 1st ODI, Abu Dhabi
Can Pakistan rediscover ODI form against traditional whipping boys?
Pakistan have been dismal against the top ODI sides lately, but a 3-0 sweep in the T20Is, and a proud past ODI record against New Zealand should give them the ideal opportunity to set that right
April 18, 2024
Pakistan v New Zealand, 3rd T20I, Dubai
New Zealand lose eight for 23 as Pakistan complete 3-0 sweep
New Zealand made three changes, with Mark Chapman, Seth Rance and Lockie Ferguson coming in for Adam Milne, Ajaz Patel and the injured Corey Anderson
April 18, 2024
Pakistan v New Zealand, 3rd T20I, Dubai
New Zealand strive to halt Pakistan's dominant run
Pakistan will hope to extend their T20I winning run to nine in a row having already sealed an 11th consecutive series victory
April 19, 2024
Pakistan v New Zealand, 2nd T20I, Dubai
Shaheen Afridi and Mohammad Hafeez wrap up series for Pakistan
Kane Williamson has also made no changes to the side that lost to Pakistan off the last ball on Wednesday
April 12, 2024
Pakistan v New Zealand, 2nd T20I, Dubai
Impressive New Zealand face a must-win game
They stretched Pakistan in the opening T20I but could not get over the line. Now Pakistan sniff an 11th straight T20I series victory
April 19, 2024
Pakistan v New Zealand, 1st T20I, Abu Dhabi
Hafeez, Hasan star in thrilling Pakistan win
New Zealand hand debut to 30-year old left-arm spinner Ajaz Patel in their first international fixture in seven months
April 18, 2024
Pakistan v New Zealand, 1st T20I, Abu Dhabi
Pakistan's T20I juggernaut awaits New Zealand's challenge
Sarfraz Ahmed and his men are chasing an 11th successive series win, but New Zealand have a squad that has done the rounds in T20 leagues and would fancy causing an upset
April 19, 2024
Pakistan v Australia, 3rd T20I, Dubai
Shadab Khan's choke headlines Pakistan's 3-0 whitewash against Australia
Australia went in with an extra spinner in Nathan Lyon in a bid to earn a consolation win in Dubai
April 18, 2024
Pakistan v Australia, 3rd T20, Dubai
Can embattled Australia stave off whitewash?
Their best chance could be to target Pakistan's shaky middle order that is heavily reliant on top-order contributions from Babar and Hafeez
April 09, 2024
Pakistan v Australia, 2nd T20I, Dubai
Maxwell heroics in vain as Pakistan win 10th T20I series in a row
Ashton Agar and Hussain Talat were left out, while Mitchell Marsh and Shoaib Malik returned to their respective XIs
April 10, 2024
Pakistan v Australia, 2nd T20I, Dubai
Humiliated Australia seek to prove their mettle
Pakistan will be boosted by Shoaib Malik's availability, while Australia expect a better show from a top-order quartet that is the envy of T20 franchises around the world
April 09, 2024
Pakistan v Australia, 1st T20I, Abu Dhabi
Imad Wasim, Faheem Ashraf knock out Australia for 89
Imad Wasim and Mohammad Hafeez returned for Pakistan, who are without Shoaib Malik for the first T20I
April 10, 2024
Vote - The most bizarre trophy in cricket
The trophy unveiled for the Pakistan-Australia T20I series caught the attention of many. But does it take the biscuit when it comes to cricket trophies?
April 17, 2024
Pakistan v Australia, 1st T20I, Abu Dhabi
Aaron Finch leaves Test series baggage behind
Australia are bolstered by Big Bash stars, including Chris Lynn who is making another return from shoulder problems
April 13, 2024
Women's news
Sana Mir becomes top-ranked ODI bowler
Ellyse Perry and Meg Lanning retained their top and second positions respectively on the rankings for batsmen
April 17, 2024
Pakistan v Australia, 1st T20I, Abu Dhabi
Australia, Pakistan begin T20I leg on even keel
Shoaib Malik is not available for the first T20I, which allows the trio of allrounders - Imad Wasim, Shadab Khan and Faheem Ashraf - to all start
April 10, 2024
Australia v Pakistan, 3rd women's ODI, Kuala Lumpur
Alyssa Healy, Ashleigh Gardner complete 3-0 whitewash of Pakistan
The pair made explosive half-centuries to lift Australia to 324, a total Pakistan never threatened to surpass
April 11, 2024
Pakistan women v Australia women, 2nd ODI, Kuala Lumpur
Meg Lanning ton leads Australia women to series win
Skipper's 181-run stand with Rachael Haynes flattened the Pakistan bowling, after which Sophie Molineux's 4 for 14 bowled Pakistan out for 123
April 10, 2024
Pakistan v Australia, 2nd Test, Abu Dhabi, 4th day
Samiuddin: Adversity? Pakistan call it opportunity
Pakistan's scoreline of 57 for 5 on the first day represented the seventh time in Tests that they've been at that score or worse and yet gone on to win
April 19, 2024
Pakistan v Australia, 2nd Test, Abu Dhabi, 4th day
'Atmosphere wasn't especially polite' - Sarfraz
In the aftermath of Sandpapergate, Australia have undergone cultural reviews for their on-field behavior, but that hasn't meant the end of the verbals
April 19, 2024
Pakistan v Australia, 2nd Test, Abu Dhabi, 4th day
Abbas' Test average best in 100 years
He became only the second Pakistan fast bowler in the last 28 years to take a 10-wicket haul against Australia
April 10, 2024
Pakistan v Australia, 2nd Test, Abu Dhabi, 4th day
Abbas takes ten-for as Pakistan seal 1-0 series win
At lunch on the fourth day, Australia were seven down and 383 runs away from their improbable target of 538
April 12, 2024
Pakistan v Australia, 2nd Test, Abu Dhabi, 4th day
"I see a new No. 1 Test bowler coming... Mohammad Abbas"
All the reactions from the cricketing world as Mohammad Abbas produced another incisive spell on the fourth day of the Abu Dhabi Test
April 09, 2024
Pakistan v Australia, 2nd Test, Abu Dhabi, 4th day
Sarfraz sent to hospital for precautionary scans
Hit close to his left ear while ducking a bounce on Thursday, the Pakistan captain woke up with a headache and didn't take the field
April 09, 2024
Australia in UAE 2018
Mohammad Amir dropped for Australia T20Is too; Imad Wasim returns
Uncapped left-arm seamer Waqas Maqsood found a place in the squad after impressing for Pakistan A
April 19, 2024
Pakistan v Australia, 2nd Test, Abu Dhabi, 3rd day
'Missing hundred hurts' - Babar Azam
But his performance in Test cricket this year - he averages 54 - suggests it is only a matter of time before he gets that maiden century
April 09, 2024
Pakistan v Australia, 2nd Test, Abu Dhabi, 3rd day
Six fifties, three nineties, no hundreds
Babar Azam was the closest to a century, falling one short in the end
April 09, 2024
Pakistan v Australia, 1st women's ODI, Kuala Lumpur
Schutt, Carey skittle Pakistan for 95 for dominant win
The two seamers shared six wickets between them before Australia women chased down a revised D/L target of 92
April 15, 2024
Pakistan v Australia, 2nd Test, Abu Dhabi, 3rd day
Babar 99, Sarfraz 81 ensure Australia need a whopping 538 for victory
It had begun firmly as Australia's session, but by lunch, Pakistan had crushed any challenges to their authority, firmly establishing themselves in total control once more
April 14, 2024
Pakistan v Australia, 2nd Test, Abu Dhabi, 3rd day
Azhar and Shafiq's collective brainfade
A hundred and thirty Tests between them, and the two managed to become involved in one of the most bizarre run-outs ever, even by Pakistan's standards
April 09, 2024
Pakistan v Australia, 2nd Test, Abu Dhabi, 2nd day
All-conditions Abbas confident of not fading away
Quite a few rare talents from Pakistan have disappeared after record-breaking starts. But Abbas is here to stay
April 09, 2024
Pakistan v Australia, 2nd Test, Abu Dhabi, 2nd day
How'd you like a bit of Fakhar Zaman then?
In a country that is used to seeing openers who build by attrition rather than fire, Fakhar Zaman is a raging strokemaker who doesn't allow himself to get tied down by circumstances
April 10, 2024
Pakistan v Australia, 2nd Test, Abu Dhabi, 2nd day
Tim Paine seeks clarification on 3-metre rule
Azhar Ali was ruled not out on referral, despite ball-tracking showing the ball hitting middle and off stumps halfway up, since the point of impact with his pad was more than 3m from the stumps
April 10, 2024
Pakistan v Australia, 2nd Test, Abu Dhabi, 2nd day
Mohammad Abbas, Fakhar Zaman and Azhar Ali extend Pakistan's dominance
Mohammad Abbas added two more wickets to his overnight tally and Bilal Asif struck twice before lunch as Australia wobbled their way to lunch, still 191 behind with only three wickets in hand
April 12, 2024
Pakistan v Australia, 2nd Test, Abu Dhabi, 2nd day
Fakhar Zaman: 'Changed my game because of the situation'
He was brought in to inject positivity, but Pakistan gladly took his strike rate of 47.47 during the course of his debut 94
April 17, 2024
Pakistan v Australia, 2nd Test, Abu Dhabi, 1st day
Pakistan could call up Rizwan as substitute wicketkeeper for Sarfraz
The MCC introduced a rule last year confirming that substitute fielders will be allowed to keep should the original wicketkeeper suffer an injury during play
April 14, 2024
Pakistan v Australia, 2nd Test, Abu Dhabi, 1st day
Brooding Sarfraz Ahmed cuts loose to rediscover his groove
With the pressure "coming from all corners" and his side 57 for 5, Sarfraz Ahmed produced the sort of punchy innings that used to be his trademark
April 16, 2024
Pakistan v Australia, 2nd Test, Abu Dhabi, 1st day
Abbas strikes after Fakhar, Sarfraz rescue act
Australia have named an unchanged side
April 09, 2024
Pakistan v Australia, 2nd Test, Abu Dhabi
Australia seek desert glory; Fakhar eyes Test cap
If Dubai was anything to go by, Australia have shown they're up for a fight. For a bruised Pakistan, nothing but a win will do
April 09, 2024
Pakistan v Australia, 2nd Test, Abu Dhabi
Sarfraz backs Fakhar in Arthur's evolutionary plan
In a phase where Shadab Khan and Faheem Ashraf were pulled into Test cricket, Fakhar Zaman's entry is an exciting prospect for a team that normally takes two days to make a play
April 10, 2024
Pakistan v Australia, 2nd Test, Anu Dhabi
Important to believe a good knock will get things rolling - Azhar
Constant shuffling around the order and a scratchy start to the series have made Azhar look like a diluted version of his fluent 2016 self, but his record against Australia should give him heart
April 09, 2024
Pakistan v Australia, 1st Test, Dubai, 5th day
Dangerous times for Sarfraz Ahmed
Sarfraz Ahmed, and as a result his bowlers, ADHD'ed their way through the innings, not sticking to anything long enough to know whether it would work or not
April 18, 2024
Pakistan v Australia, 1st Test, Dubai, 5th day
Record fourth-innings effort from Australia in Asia
Usman Khawaja's 141 off 302 balls and Australia's score of 362 broke several fourth-innings records in the UAE and Asia
April 09, 2024
Pakistan news
Imam-ul-Haq out of Abu Dhabi Test with finger injury
The Pakistan opener sustained the injury while diving for the ball in the field on the final day of the first Test
April 09, 2024
Pakistan v Australia, 1st Test, Dubai, 5th day
Paine, Khawaja the heroes in Australia's great escape
Usman Khawaja and Travis Head disregarded history as they kept Pakistan's spinners waiting on a fifth-day Dubai track, and going into lunch without having lost a wicket
April 18, 2024
Pakistan v Australia, 1st Test, Dubai, 4th day
Abbas three-for puts Pakistan seven wickets away from victory
The pair's half-century stand negated any hopes Australia may have had after picking up three late wickets on Tuesday
April 17, 2024
Pakistan v Australia 2018-19
Indifferent results prompt PCB to drop day-night Test this season
The adverse effect the pink ball and the dew have on Yasir Shah's bowling and Pakistan's iffy results in day-night Tests have led to the move
April 12, 2024
Pakistan v Australia, 1st Test, Dubai
Samiuddin: Don't tell Bilal Asif he's not a Test cricketer
Before the first Test there were a lot of questions around why Bilal Asif shouldn't be in the Pakistan side. In one spell he showed why he should be
April 09, 2024
Pakistan v Australia, 1st Test, 3rd day, Dubai
Australia suffer one of the worst collapses in Test history
Australia made their second-highest opening stand in Asia but the numbers after that weren't flattering
April 11, 2024
Pakistan v Australia, 1st Test, Dubai, 3rd day
Bilal's six-for gives Pakistan the grip despite late blows
Australia's openers showed that there were still no demons in the pitch in Dubai, taking their team to 137 without loss on lunch on day three
April 09, 2024
Pakistan v Australia, 1st Test, Dubai, 2nd day
Haris Sohail breaks through with innings of unhurried intelligence
He learned plenty about batting at Test level during Pakistan's tour of the UK without quite making the big scores to show for it. Now, in Dubai, he made all that learning count
April 09, 2024
Bangladesh v Pakistan, one-off women's ODI, Cox's Bazar
Khadija's six-for sets up six-wicket Bangladesh win
It was a comeback of sorts for the home team, which had lost the T20I series 3-0 only two days ago
April 10, 2024
Pakistan v Australia, 1st Test, Dubai, 2nd day
Haris Sohail's maiden Test ton sets Australia uphill task
Pakistan inched their way towards and then beyond 300, with the loss of just their nightwatchman Mohammad Abbas, extending their command over the Test
April 09, 2024
Pakistan v Australia, 1st Test, Dubai, 1st day
Shoaib Akhtar talked Mohammad Hafeez out of retiring
After scoring a comeback century on the first day of the Dubai Test, Hafeez revealed that his wife and Akhtar convinced him against taking 'drastic steps'
April 16, 2024
Pakistan v Australia, 1st Test, Dubai
Life, the universe, and Mohammad Hafeez
Here today, gone tomorrow, and back again, he's made enough comebacks for all of us to have a favourite. Which one is yours?
April 12, 2024
Pakistan v Australia, 1st Test, Dubai, 1st day
Mohammad Hafeez and Imam-ul-Haq achieve rare feat against Australia
This was only the 10th double-century opening stand ever made against Australia in Test cricket
April 09, 2024
Pakistan v Australia, 1st Test, Dubai, 1st day
Mohammad Hafeez, Imam-ul-Haq grind Australia in the Dubai heat
Australia lost the toss in their first full Test series since the infamous South Africa tour earlier this year
April 18, 2024
Australia tour of UAE 2018/19
Hello again, Yasir Shah
Injury and Pakistan's sparsely-filled Test calendar may have caused him to slip off your radar, but he's back now, waiting to unleash a new and improved googly
April 12, 2024
Pakistan v Australia, 1st Test, Dubai
Paine's new Australia face first Test of their quality
After nearly giving up playing cricket in 2017, Paine will be at the forefront of Australia's rebuild operation, of performance and public trust, among other things
April 09, 2024
Australia tour of UAE 2018/19
(Hand)shaken, not stirred?
One of the first things Tim Paine did after finding himself cleaning up the mess post-Newlands was to make it a point for his team to shake hands with the opposition
April 09, 2024
Pakistan v Australia, 1st Test, Dubai
Batsmen need to take greater responsibility - Sarfraz Ahmed
The Pakistan captain hoped that they could execute their plans against a vastly-improved Nathan Lyon
April 19, 2024
Pakistan v Australia, 1st Test, Dubai
Who is Bilal Asif?
A lowdown on Pakistan's newest Test debutant, who can bat and bowl sharp offbreaks as well as the doosra
April 17, 2024
Pakistan v Australia, 1st Test, Dubai
Shadab injury rules out twin legspinners attack for Pakistan
Bilal Asif set for debut, while Mohammad Hafeez is expected to be part of the XI for the first Test against Australia
April 12, 2024
Bangladesh v Pakistan, 4th Women's T20I, Cox's Bazar
Nashra Sandhu and Nida Dar help Pakistan women clinch T20I series
The spin duo shared four wickets to restrict Bangladesh to 88 before Nahida Khan and Javeria Khan steered the visitors home
April 12, 2024
Bangladesh v Pakistan, 2nd Women's T20I, Cox's Bazar
Pakistan go 1-0 up as Bangladesh collapse to 30 all out
Anam Amir finished with figures of 3 for 0 as the hosts capitulated to the fourth-lowest total in Women's T20I history
April 18, 2024
Pakistan news
Hafeez called up to Test squad for Australia series
The allrounder, who last played Test cricket in August 2016, will be the 18th member of Pakistan's squad for the two-Test series
April 09, 2024
Australians v Pakistan A, Dubai, Tour match, 3rd day
Marsh brothers, Head punish Pakistan A on third day
A Pakistan A side with no specialist spinners was made to toil on the third day as the Australians went 216 ahead on the back of Mitchell Marsh's 162 and nineties from Shaun Marsh and Travis Head
April 09, 2024
Bangladesh v Pakistan, Asia Cup Super Four, Abu Dhabi
Mushfiqur Rahim and Mustafizur Rahman lift Bangladesh into Asia Cup final
Bangladesh brought in Soumya Sarkar, Rubel Hossain and Mominul Haque while Pakistan included Junaid Khan for his first game of the tournament
April 11, 2024
Bangladesh v Pakistan, Asia Cup 2018, Super Fours, Abu Dhabi
Two unpredictable teams gear up for knockout encounter
Pakistan have issues with their bowling, their batting and their fielding to address in a winner-takes-all game against a hungry Bangladesh
April 10, 2024
Bangladesh v Pakistan, Asia Cup 2018, Abu Dhabi
Has Rixon's departure affected Pakistan's fielding?
In this Asia Cup, the first since a new fielding coach was appointed, Pakistan have caught four and dropped nine outfield catches, barely a 30% success rate
April 15, 2024
India v Pakistan, Super Fours, Asia Cup 2018, Dubai
India's biggest win by wickets against Pakistan
Rohit Sharma and Shikhar Dhawan rewrote many records during their 210-run opening stand as India beat their arch-rivals by nine wickets
April 13, 2024
India v Pakistan, Asia Cup 2018, Super Fours, Dubai
Dhawan, Rohit, Bumrah consign Pakistan to nine-wicket defeat
Here's ESPNcricinfo's live blog with all the news, views, social media buzz and key stats from the Super Four game between India and Pakistan at the Asia Cup
April 13, 2024
India v Pakistan, Super Four, Asia Cup 2018, Dubai
Damp squib or a blockbuster? India-Pakistan rivalry eyes quality revival
After the drubbing India handed them three nights ago, can Pakistan counter India's spin attack to avert yet another one-sided contest?
April 13, 2024
Asia Cup 2018
India v Pakistan classics from the UAE before social media era
What is the first thing that comes to mind when you talk India v Pakistan in the UAE?
April 13, 2024
Pakistan v Afghanistan, Super Four, Asia Cup
Shaheen Afridi suffers as Pakistan spill five chances
Pakistan's 18-year old debutant Shaheen Afridi was involved in all the lapses. He was the unlucky bowler three times, but he also dropped two himself
April 10, 2024
Afghanistan v Pakistan, Super Four, Asia Cup
Shoaib Malik the hero as Pakistan survive serious scare
The unfit Shadab Khan was replaced by Mohammad Nawaz, and batting allrounder Haris Sohail came in for Faheem Ashraf; Afghanistan made a solitary change, bringing in Najibullah Zadran for Samiullah Shenwari
April 13, 2024
Afghanistan v Pakistan, Asia Cup, Abu Dhabi
Political tensions add to Afghanistan-Pakistan rivalry
Afghanistan and Pakistan's relationship has far less to do with cricket than it ideally should
April 11, 2024
Pakistan v India, Asia Cup 2018, Group A, Dubai
Bhuvneshwar finds rhythm, Bumrah redemption against Pakistan
India's first-choice pacers worked in tandem as one stifled the openers and the other reaped tangible rewards by dislodging them early
April 19, 2024
India v Pakistan, Asia Cup 2018, Group A, Dubai
Bhuvneshwar, Jadhav's three-wicket hauls set up easy win for India
April 15, 2024
India v Pakistan, Asia Cup 2018, Group A, Dubai
All roads lead to Dubai as cricket's most colourful rivalry resumes
India might hold the edge on paper but they have the scars of their last encounter against Pakistan, and the absence of their best batsman, weighing against them
April 13, 2024
Asia Cup 2018
Dormant historic rivalry on the cusp of eruption
India and Pakistan haven't met since the Champions Trophy final last year. The sleeping giant of a rivalry is itching to renew itself on a much grander scale at the Asia Cup
April 13, 2024
India v Pakistan, Asia Cup 2018, Group A, Dubai
Sarfraz miffed by skewed Asia Cup scheduling
Pakistan captain asks why India don't have to switch back and forth between venues when all the other teams do
April 18, 2024
India v Pakistan, Asia Cup 2018, Group A, Dubai
Is Amir too big to drop for Pakistan?
Pakistan don't have too many who can emulate Mohammad Amir at his best, but the quick's numbers since 2016 have been unflattering
April 18, 2024
Hong Kong v Pakistan, 2nd ODI, Asia Cup 2018, Dubai
Pakistan overpower Hong Kong to open Asia Cup campaign
It is Hong Kong's first ODI against a top-eight side since the Asia Cup in 2008, which is also when Honk Kong and Pakistan last met
April 15, 2024
Asia Cup 2018
Sarfraz in an oasis of calm amid World Cup chatter
Both the Pakistan captain and his team appear incredibly relaxed - joking around at training and enjoying each other's company - even as they build for next year's World Cup
April 15, 2024
Hong Kong v Pakistan, 2nd match, Asia Cup 2018, Dubai
Young Hong Kong a banana peel for Pakistan
A young Hong Kong side under Anshy Rath will look to make a mark in the side's first Asia Cup match since 2008
April 15, 2024
Asia Cup 2018
What does it really mean to be Asia Cup champions?
In any other major subcontinental sport, the Asian championships are a significant event. But is it really so in cricket?
April 17, 2024
Pakistan v Australia 2018
Maxwell, Handscomb dumped for Tests against Pakistan; Finch, Siddle recalled
The Queensland trio of Labuschagne, Neser and Doggett were also named in the 15-man squad. The first Test begins on October 7 in Dubai
April 10, 2024
Zimbabwe v Pakistan, 5th ODI, Bulawayo
Fakhar fastest to 1000 ODI runs, scores 515 in last five innings
Pakistan's top-order rewrote the record books even as Fakhar Zaman became the quickest to 1000 ODI runs
April 10, 2024
Zimbabwe v Pakistan, 5th ODI, Bulawayo
Imam-ul-Haq, Babar Azam tons help Pakistan rout Zimbabwe 5-0
Zimbabwe, meanwhile, brought back Christopher Mpofu and Liam Roche
April 19, 2024
Zimbabwe v Pakistan, 4th ODI, Bulawayo
Fakhar Zaman - from king of Katlang to pride of Pakistan
From being a 17-year-old who joined the navy, Fakhar Zaman had to travel thousands of miles - both literally and figuratively - before breaking a new record for Pakistan
April 16, 2024
Fakhar Zaman goes past Saeed Anwar
Before #Fakhar210, there was #Anwar194. How well do #YouRemember it all?
Look away, India fans. Hello, Pakistan fans. Welcome on board for some sweet nostalgia. See how well you remember Saeed Anwar's 194 all those years ago
April 10, 2024
Zimbabwe v Pakistan, 4th ODI, Bulawayo
'To break Saeed's record needed a special knock'
April 10, 2024
Zimbabwe v Pakistan, 4th ODI, Bulawayo
Fakhar Zaman and Imam-ul-Haq smash records in Bulawayo
Fakhar Zaman became Pakistan's first double-centurion while putting on the highest ever opening stand by any team
April 17, 2024
Zimbabwe v Pakistan, 4th ODI, Bulawayo
Fakhar's 210* secures Pakistan's 244-run win
After Pakistan's crushing win in the third game that wrapped up the series, the visitors go into this one with an unchanged line-up, while Zimbabwe hand a debut to Kamunhukamwe
April 08, 2024
Zimbabwe v Pakistan, 4th ODI, Bulawayo
Pakistan look for fourth straight win over dispirited Zimbabwe
The hosts are looking to avoid a repeat of the chastening defeat in the third ODI, in which they were bowled out for 67
April 15, 2024
Zimbabwe v Pakistan, 3rd ODI, Bulawayo
Faheem five-for razes Zimbabwe in record win
Zimbabwe make four changes to the side that lost by nine-wickets two days ago
April 13, 2024
Zimbabwe v Pakistan, 3rd ODI, Bulawayo
Pakistan aim to seal series against depleted Zimbabwe
Pakistan will once more be overwhelming favourites, with victory wrapping up the five-match series at the earliest possible opportunity
April 10, 2024
Zimbabwe v Pakistan, 2nd ODI, Bulawayo
Fakhar Zaman 117* as Pakistan cruise to big win
Pakistan too don't make any changes and stick with the four-pronged pace attack
April 08, 2024
Zimbabwe v Pakistan, 2nd ODI, Bulawayo
Humbled Zimbabwe yearn for validation against mighty Pakistan
A result margin of 201 runs has strengthened the perception of the mismatch between the two sides, but Zimbabwe have nothing to lose, which could prove to be their biggest weapon
April 12, 2024
Zimbabwe v Pakistan, 1st ODI, Bulawayo
Imam's 128 leads Pakistan to first ODI win in 2018
The home side has handed debuts to wicketkeeper Ryan Murray and offspinner Liam Roche
April 13, 2024
Zimbabwe v Pakistan, 1st ODI, Bulawayo
Buoyant Pakistan overwhelming favourites against depleted Zimbabwe
Pakistan will be heavily favoured to break their ODI duck this year at the Queen's Sports Club in Bulawayo
April 09, 2024
Pakistan v Australia, T20 tri-series, Harare
'Big match' Fakhar the hero as Pakistan veer from dire to delightful
From dropped catches to blinders, from 2 for 2 to completing a record chase; Pakistan were at their most mercurial, but they had a match-winner with an appetite for the big occasion
April 17, 2024
Australia v Pakistan, T20I tri-series final, Harare
Fakhar Zaman's 91 seals record chase to give Pakistan the title
Australia bring back D'arcy Short, while Hasan Ali also returns for Pakistan
April 11, 2024
Pakistan v Australia, T20I final, Harare
Finch the key against Pakistan's fearsome attack
Pakistan and Australia have seen the quality of their play veer from one extreme to another in Zimbabwe, paving the way for a final that is brimful of possibilities
April 15, 2024
Pakistan v Australia, 5th T20I, tri-series, Harare
After PSL, no international match is tough for me - Shaheen Afridi
On a day where he took his maiden international wicket, Afridi also confessed that the conditions in Harare were the coldest he's ever played in
April 11, 2024
Australia v Pakistan, T20I tri-series, Harare
Pakistan thump Australia in dress rehearsal for final
Pakistan included the youthful Shaheen Afridi for his second T20I in place of Hasan Ali, while Usman Khan came in for Mohammad Nawaz
April 18, 2024
Zimbabwe v Pakistan, 4th T20I, Zimbabwe tri-series, Harare
Sarfraz's criticism helps us play better - Fakhar Zaman
Zaman shrugged off Sarfraz's histrionics, suggesting that the team are comfortable under their captain and that, perhaps, a bit of sound and fury was what was needed to sharpen them up
April 10, 2024
Zimbabwe v Pakistan, T20 Tri-Series, Harare
Zimbabwe knocked out despite Solomon Mire's 94
Haris Sohail has come in for Mohammad Hafeez, while Zimbabwe have brought in Malcolm Waller, Wellington Masakadza and Chris Mpofu
April 10, 2024
Australia v Pakistan, T20I tri-series, Harare
Stanlake and Finch lead rout of Pakistan
Aaron Finch's XI featured the left-hander Nic Maddinson, who was included in the squad despite losing his state contract with New South Wales
April 11, 2024
Zimbabwe T20I tri-series
Ailing Australia brace for another trial by spin
They had struggled against England's slower bowlers, and could face similar troubles in Zimbabwe, where the conditions are more suited to the spinners
April 12, 2024
Zimbabwe v Pakistan, T20I tri-series, 1st match, Harare
Fakhar, Asif lead rout of Zimbabwe in tri-series opener
Pakistan have gone in for an almost full-strength side, apart from bringing in Usman Khan for Mohammad Amir
April 19, 2024
Zimbabwe v Pakistan, T20I tri-series, Harare
Crisis-ridden Zimbabwe can't expect sympathy
A side missing as many as five frontline players for various reasons will run into the format's No. 1 side
April 11, 2024
Scotland v Pakistan, 2nd T20I, Edinburgh
Malik, Usman lead Scotland rout of 84 runs
Scotland made one change to their XI, meaning they fielded the same side that beat England on Sunday
April 17, 2024
Scotland v Pakistan, Only T20I, Edinburgh
Sarfraz and Shadab, the stars of a power-packed show
Scotland have made just one change from the side that beat England, replacing seam bowler Chris Sole with left-arm spinner Hamza Tahir
April 09, 2024
Scotland v Pakistan, 1st T20I, Edinburgh
Can Scotland topple the No.1 T20I team too?
Two days after beating the No.1 ODI team England, Scotland will look to upset Pakistan
April 18, 2024
India v Pakistan, Women's T20 Asia Cup 2018, Kuala Lumpur
India march to seventh straight Asia Cup final with Bisht three-for
Pakistan played out 69 dots, hit four fours and limped to 72. It proved too little against the six-time champions
April 08, 2024
Malaysia v Pakistan, Women's Asia Cup, Kuala Lumpur
Nida Dar's four-for destroys Malaysia
Nida Dar struck 41 off 27 balls before taking 4 for 5 as Pakistan dismantled Malaysia by 147 runs to rise to the top of the table
April 08, 2024
Pakistan v Sri Lanka, Women's T20 Asia Cup 2018, Kuala Lumpur
Maroof 60*, Dar record five-for strangle Sri Lanka
Captain Bismah Maroof struck an unbeaten 60, to go with her 1-14, before offspinner Nida Dar's record T20I haul of 5 for 21 set up Pakistan's 23-run win against Sri Lanka
April 08, 2024
Bangladesh v Pakistan, Women's Asia Cup T20, Kuala Lumpur
Fahima the star as Bangladesh stun Pakistan
Allrounder makes 23 not out and picks up the crucial wicket of Pakistan captain Bismah Maroof as Bangladesh register first win
April 17, 2024
England v Pakistan, 2nd Test, Headingley
Sarfraz Ahmed: We lacked discipline in both innings
The captain was disappointed by the lack of application Pakistan showed in the second Test, but insisted 1-1 was a good result
April 14, 2024
England vs Pakistan, 2nd Test, Leeds
Azhar Ali and Asad Shafiq dip when Pakistan need them most
As much as the runs what Azhar and Shafiq need to bring Pakistan's batting is the unmistakable sense that they are in charge
April 16, 2024
England v Pakistan, 2nd Test, Headingley
Mickey Arthur: 'We need to dish out a couple of hidings tonight'
Pakistan coach rues the inconsistency in his young team as England bounce back from a humbling defeat at Lord's
April 18, 2024
Pakistan v Thailand, Women's Asia Cup 2018
Nahida, spinners thump Thailand on triple-header Sunday
Two-time Asia Cup runners-up Pakistan restricted Thailand to 67 for 8 before an unbeaten 24-run stand between Nahida Khan and Javeria Khan sealed the chase
April 10, 2024
England v Pakistan, 2nd Test, Headingley, 3rd day
Dom Bess saves his best for last, after Jos Buttler blitz floors Pakistan
Our rolling Live Report, featuring news, updates, statistics, graphics and insight from our reporters at Headingley for the second Test
April 09, 2024
England v Pakistan, 2nd Test, Headingley
Chasing the left-armer catches up with Joe Root again
The England captain didn't quite get far enough for another conversation about conversion, but there was still familiarity in how his innings ended
April 13, 2024
England v Pakistan, 2nd Test, Headingley
Mohammad Amir is unlucky, but was he really that good before his ban?
He has now played more Tests since the break in his career than before, but his reputation is largely formed on one season when even Shane Watson was a handful
April 09, 2024
England v Pakistan, 2nd Test, Headingley
England batsmen put all hands to the pump to secure advantage against Pakistan
Our rolling Live Report, featuring news, updates, statistics, graphics and insight from our reporters at Headingley for the second Test
April 09, 2024
England v Pakistan, 2nd Test, Headingley
Live Report: England v Pakistan
An archive of our rolling Live Report, featuring news, updates, statistics, graphics and insight from our reporters at Headingley for the second Test
April 10, 2024
England v Pakistan, 2nd Test, Headingley
Pakistan go from perfect at Lord's to, well, less than perfect in Leeds
It was a case of role reversal on the opening day at Headingley. Did the sun work against Pakistan?
April 11, 2024
England v Pakistan, 2nd Test, Headingley
England quicks swing the momentum as Pakistan rue a missed opportunity with the bat
Our new Live Report, featuring news, updates, statistics, graphics and insight from our reporters at Headingley for the second Test
April 09, 2024
England v Pakistan, 1st Test, Lord's
Sarfraz Ahmed takes pride in triumph of inexperienced Pakistan
Captain credits tough Test against Ireland for battle-hardening his team ahead of famous victory
April 17, 2024
England v Pakistan, 1st Test, Lord's
Dobell: England's humiliation at Lord's was an accident waiting to happen
England's crushing defeat at Lord's exposed a regime and a system that has abandoned its responsibility to Test cricket
April 13, 2024
England vs Pakistan, 1st Test, Lord's
Kimber: Clinical Pakistan produce the unexpected dissection of England
Pakistan were clinical and pragmatic in wrapping up a comfortable win at Lord's, two qualities that haven't always been associated with them
April 10, 2024
England v Pakistan, 1st Test, Lord's
Another England collapse opens door for Pakistan's nine-wicket rout
ESPNcricinfo's Live Report, featuring match updates, graphics, statistical nuggets and breaking news from the first Test at Lord's
April 13, 2024
England vs Pakistan, 1st Test, Lord's
Recriminations postponed as England revival masks dire day at Lord's
A spirited late revival papered over several cracks, but England's dire performance has not been entirely masked
April 10, 2024
England vs Pakistan, 1st Test, Lord's
"No nervousness" as tricky fourth-innings chase looms - Shafiq
Pakistan were on course for an innings win but a three-figure partnership between Jos Buttler and debutant Dominic Bess has set up a nervy fourth day
April 09, 2024
England v Pakistan, 1st Test, Lord's
Jos Buttler and Dom Bess give Pakistan the jitters after rescuing England from humiliation
ESPNcricinfo's Live Report, featuring match updates, graphics, statistical nuggets and breaking news from the first Test at Lord's
April 09, 2024
England v Pakistan, 1st Test, Lord's
Babar Azam's unlucky break provides the poignancy of which memories are made
A batsmen with all the talent in the world looked to be producing his defining innings until that Ben Stokes bouncer
April 17, 2024
England v Pakistan, 1st Test, Lord's
Babar Azam ruled out of tour with fractured forearm
Babar was on 68 when he was struck by a short ball from Ben Stokes and retired hurt
April 09, 2024
England vs Pakistan, 1st Test, Lord's
Ben Stokes makes it happen but England still flounder
England weren't poor by any means, but what they tried didn't seem to come off for them the way it did for Pakistan
April 10, 2024
England v Pakistan, 1st Test, Lord's
Pakistan's team effort builds hefty lead as England pay for mistakes
Follow day two of the Lord's Test with our rolling report, featuring graphics, stats nuggets and updates from our reporters
April 17, 2024
England v Pakistan, 1st Test, Lord's
#Abbasif? Mohammad Abbas's skills revive memories of Asif's best
The working over of Mark Stoneman was a masterclass in seam and swing bowling which set Pakistan on their way to a dominant day
April 09, 2024
England v Pakistan, 1st Test, Lord's
Pakistan's Apple watches get timed out
Anti-corruption officers have sought clarification from the Pakistan team management after a couple of their players were seen wearing what appeared to be smart watches
April 09, 2024
England v Pakistan, 1st Test, Lord's
Pakistan seize control at Lord's as Mohammad Abbas and Hasan Ali capitalise on England's errors
Follow the first Test of the English summer with our live rolling report
April 09, 2024
England v Pakistan, 1st Test, Lord's
Chastened England wait on Stokes as Pakistan target series win
Pakistan aim for repeat performance as England seek a response to Lord's humiliation
April 17, 2024
England v Pakistan, 1st Test, Lord's
England and Pakistan looking to forge new Test identity in mid-table battle
England will include debutant spinner Dom Bess and Jos Buttler at No. 7, while Pakistan face a decision over their third seamer
April 18, 2024
England v Pakistan, 1st Test, Lord's
England and Pakistan looking to forge new Test identity in mid-table battle
England will include debutant spinner Dom Bess and Jos Buttler at No. 7, while Pakistan face a decision over their third seamer
April 10, 2024
England v Pakistan, 1st Test, Lord's
Sarfraz Ahmed: The Pakistan captain who's yet to take the lead
He was widely credited for his role in the Champions Trophy win, but Pakistan's wicketkeeper has struggled to make his mark on the Test team
April 19, 2024
England v Pakistan, 1st Test, Lord's
What do Pakistan need to do to beat England (or not lose, at least)?
Pakistan are a far less experienced side than the one which drew 2-2 in England in 2016
April 09, 2024
Leicestershire v Pakistanis, Tour match, 2nd day, Grace Road
Desultory Pakistan have much to prove at Lord's
Mohammad Amir should be fir for the first Test and that was the most positive aspect that could be drawn from Pakistan's final workout against Leicestershire
April 13, 2024
Leicestershire v Pakistanis, Tour match, Grace Road
Azhar Ali, Fakhar Zaman lead way against modest attack
There were half-centuries for Azhar Ali, Fakhar Zaman and Usman Salahuddin as Pakistan enjoyed a gentle workout in Leicester
April 13, 2024
Ireland v Pakistan, only Test, Dublin, 4th day
Sarfraz Ahmed hails 'important' win after Pakistan pass fourth-innings test
Pakistan's captain admitted he had been worried about chasing when considering whether to enforce the follow on against Ireland
April 10, 2024
Ireland v Pakistan, only Test, Dublin, 5th day
Imam-ul-Haq guides Pakistan home after Ireland scare
Follow Ireland's maiden Test with our new rolling report, featuring updates from the ground, stats and graphics, end-of-session reports, and more
April 10, 2024
Ireland v Pakistan, Only Test, Malahide
Mohammad Amir's fitness just one part of Pakistan's puzzle
The Test against Ireland has posed some familiar questions for Pakistan which they need to answer before facing England
April 09, 2024
Ireland v Pakistan, only Test, Malahide
Kevin O'Brien joins a rare club
Kevin O'Brien became the fourth batsman to hit a hundred in his team's first Test match
April 12, 2024
Ireland v Pakistan, only Test, Malahide
'Bangalore century still No.1' says Kevin O'Brien after another slice of Ireland history
Despite the emotion of becoming Ireland's maiden Test centurion, batsman believes his finest hour has already happened
April 13, 2024
Ireland v Pakistan, only Test, Dublin, 4th day
Kevin O'Brien's maiden Test hundred allows Ireland to dream
Follow Ireland's maiden Test with our new rolling report, featuring updates from the ground, stats and graphics, end-of-session reports, and more
April 15, 2024
Ireland v Pakistan, Only Test, Malahide
Mohammad Amir, a mighty fast bowler who's mislaid his purpose
He is still undoubtedly the leader of Pakistan's attack, but Amir is not the bowler he used to be.
April 12, 2024
Ireland v Pakistan, Only Test, Malahide
Kimber: After the dream, the reality for Ireland
Ed Joyce, William Porterfield and Niall O'Brien have waited most of their professional career for a chance at Test cricket: their first innings were done insight eight overs
April 18, 2024
Ireland v Pakistan, only Test, Malahide
'Chronic' knee problem revives worries about Mohammad Amir's workload
Azhar Mahmood, bowling coach, warns that fast bowler's workload must be managed across all three formats of the game
April 10, 2024
Ireland v Pakistan, only Test, Dublin, 2nd day
Ed Joyce shows resolves after Ireland follow on
Follow Ireland's maiden Test with our new rolling report, featuring updates from the ground, stats and graphics, end-of-session reports, and more
April 10, 2024
Ireland v Pakistan, only Test, Malahide
Asad Shafiq steps out of the shadows as Pakistan's new senior pro
He's been a specialist No.6 for much of his career, but Shafiq's half-century at No.4 was a glimpse of post-MisYou stability
April 17, 2024
Ireland v Pakistan, only Test, Malahide
Pakistan's rookies Faheem Ashraf and Shadab Khan reveal the limits of Ireland's discipline
Ireland's hugely experienced debutants played a canny game, but the limits of their abilities had been revealed by the close
April 10, 2024
Ireland v Pakistan, only Test, Dublin, 2nd day
Faheem Ashraf, Shadab Khan revive Pakistan after Ireland's early joy
Follow Ireland's maiden Test with our new rolling report, featuring updates from the ground, stats and graphics, end-of-session reports, and more
April 12, 2024
Ireland v Pakistan, only Test, Dublin
Live Report: Ireland v Pakistan
The full archive of our rolling report on Ireland's debut Test against Pakistan at Malahide
April 18, 2024
Ireland's first Test match
The brief and untold history of Ireland-Pakistan
This might be the first men's Test between the two nations, but their cricketing trajectories have many surprising intersections
April 11, 2024
Ireland v Pakistan, only Test, Malahide
Ireland's golden generation reach the promised land of a maiden Test match
ESPNcricinfo previews Ireland's historic inaugural Test match against Pakistan at Malahide
April 12, 2024
Ireland v Pakistan, only Test, Malahide
An honour to play this historic Test - Sarfraz
Almost the entire focus has been on Ireland in their debut Test, which will suit Pakistan just fine as they look to start their tour on a winning note
April 09, 2024
Northamptonshire v Pakistan, Tour match, 4th day
Run-out adds to Azhar Ali's lean time but Pakistan buoyed by victory
Pakistan finally broke the back of Northamptonshire's resistance as Shadab Khan completed a 10-wicket haul and Mohammad Abbas also impressed
April 17, 2024
Northants v Pakistan, Tour match, 3rd day
Pakistan handed demanding workout by Rob Newton's century
April 13, 2024
Pakistan tour of Ireland, England and Scotland
Asad Shafiq century headlines dominant day for Pakistan
A hundred for Asad Shafiq and fifties for Haris Sohail and Babar Azam moved Pakistan into a dominant position on the second day against Northampton
April 18, 2024
Pakistan v Northamptonshire, Tour Match, 1st day, Northampton
Shadab capitalises on Yasir's absence with six-for
Adam Rossington's 90 revived Northamptonshire to 259 after a stuttering start on the first day of the warm-up game
April 18, 2024
Kent v Pakistan, Canterbury, 4th day
Joe Denly scores hundred as Kent, Pakistan play out draw
A match ruined by rain ended in an inevitable draw in Canterbury
April 18, 2024
Kent v Pakistan, Tour match, Canterbury, 1st day
Imam-ul-Haq makes fifty as Pakistan batsmen struggle
A half-century from Imam-ul-Haq was the one bright spot for Pakistan as they began their tour of the UK and Ireland by being bowled out for 168 against Kent
April 15, 2024
Pakistan v West Indies, 3rd T20I, Karachi
Babar, Fakhar lead Pakistan to 3-0 sweep
Pakistan rest Amir, Hasan Ali; West Indies hand debut to Andre McCarthy in dead rubber
April 14, 2024
Pakistan v West Indies, 2nd T20I, Karachi
Azam, Talat help Pakistan thrash West Indies and seal series
With Veerasammy Permaul's injury, West Indies were forced to make a change in the second T20 of the series
April 13, 2024
Pakistan v West Indies, 1st T20I, Karachi
Jet-lagged West Indies slump to massive defeat
Keemo Paul, Veerasammy Permaul, Hussain Talat and Asif Ali have all been handed new T20I caps
April 17, 2024
Pakistan vs West Indies 2018
In-form Pakistan heavy favourites against inexperienced West Indies
As Karachi gears up for its first international match in nine years, the mood around the game is not so much about the revival of big cricket in Pakistan as much as its normalisation
April 14, 2024
Sri Lanka v Pakistan, 3rd women's T20I, Colombo
Javeria, spinners help Pakistan seal 2-1 series win
Sana Mir, Nashra Sandhu, Bismah Maroof and Nida Dar returned combined figures of 15-0-41-3 as Pakistan, defending 113, restricted Sri Lanka to 75 for 8
April 18, 2024
Sri Lanka v Pakistan, 2nd T20I, Colombo
Siriwardene leads rout of Pakistan in record SL win
Sri Lanka posted their first home win in a T20I against Pakistan as Shashikala Siriwardene's four-for flattened the visitors to 72 all out in Colombo
April 18, 2024
Sri Lanka v Pakistan, Women's T20I series, Colombo
Javeria's record fifty helps Pakistan clinch thriller
Pakistan lose 6 for 38 in small chase before No. 11 debutant Fatima hits boundary off the penultimate delivery to seal one-wicket win
April 18, 2024
Sri Lanka v Pakistan, 3rd women's ODI, Dambulla
Spinners lead Pakistan women to 3-0 sweep
Sana Mir, Nashra Sandhu, Nida Dar and Bismah Maroof claimed all ten wickets among them to roll over Sri Lanka women for 107 in their pursuit of 216
April 17, 2024
Sri Lanka v Pakistan, 2nd women's ODI, Dambulla
Maroof, Mir seal ODI series for Pakistan
Pakistan climbed to the top half of the ICC Women's Championship table with a resounding win against Sri Lanka in Dambulla, on the back of a half-century from captain Bismah Maroof and a four-for from offspinner Sana Mir
April 10, 2024
Sri Lanka v Pakistan, ICC Women's Championship, 1st women's ODI, Dambulla
Javeria's ton puts Pakistan 1-0 up
Bismah Maroof helped Pakistan bowl out Sri Lanka for 181 with figures of 3 for 17, completing a 69-run win in Dambulla
April 18, 2024
Sri Lanka news
Sri Lanka women to host Pakistan in March for ODIs, T20Is
All three ODIs will take place in Dambulla and will count for the ICC Women's Championship. The T20 series will shift the action to Colombo for the three matches
April 13, 2024
India U-19s v Pakistan U-19s, semi-final, Under-19 World Cup
Pakistan U-19 captain Hasan Khan rues missed chances
Four dropped catches and three missed run-outs - had Pakistan taken a few of them, the semi-final against India could well have taken a different course
April 09, 2024
India v Pakistan, Under-19 World Cup 2018, semifinal, Christchurch
Gill and Porel power India into World Cup final
The three-time champions will not face Australia in the final on Saturday
April 10, 2024
India v Pakistan, Under-19 World Cup 2018, semi-final, Christchurch
Nerveless Fawad to prodigious Sarfaraz, the best of India v Pakistan
India-Pakistan clashes have never been short of passion and excitement at the Under-19 World Cup. We look at five memorable clashes from previous editions
April 11, 2024
India v Pakistan, Under-19 World Cup 2018, semifinal, Christchurch
Another India-Pakistan duel, but without the hype
You wouldn't find fans hassling for tickets, security personnel rushing to get mechanisms in place, television cameras trailing players, and lengthy press conferences, but that is not to say there is no excitement
April 18, 2024
New Zealand v Pakistan, 3rd T20I, Mount Maunganui
Pakistan clinch series 2-1, claim No. 1 spot on T20I rankings
Hasan Ali dropped out after he twisted his ankle playing football
April 19, 2024
New Zealand v Pakistan, 3rd T20I, Mount Maunganui
New Zealand, Pakistan battle to end series on a high
Pakistan have the opportunity to secure the world number one T20I ranking with victory in the decider against New Zealand
April 13, 2024
New Zealand v Pakistan, 2nd T20I, Auckland
Fakhar, Babar fifties keep series alive
The visitors are trailing New Zealand 1-0 in the three-match contest, after having lost the ODIs 5-0
April 13, 2024
New Zealand v Pakistan, 2nd T20I, Auckland
Ruthless New Zealand look to seal series win
New Zealand go into the second T20I looking to stretch their unbeaten run. Can Pakistan keep the series alive?
April 13, 2024
Pakistan v South Africa, Under-19 World Cup, quarter-final, Christchurch
Zaryab the 'wall' of Under-19 team - Pakistan captain
The opposing captain also praised Ali Zaryab, saying he showed "great maturity" in a tense chase
April 08, 2024
Pakistan v South Africa, Under-19 World Cup, quarter-final, Christchurch
Zaryab 74* sees Pakistan through to semi-finals
Chasing 190, Pakistan were wobbling at 111 for 5 before Ali Zaryab scored an unbeaten and patient 74 off 111 balls to see his side through
April 08, 2024
New Zealand v Pakistan, 1st T20I, Wellington
Munro, Southee and Rance dismantle Pakistan
Pakistan have gone with a young side that has no place for Ahmed Shehzad or Mohammad Hafeez
April 13, 2024
New Zealand v Pakistan, 1st T20I, Wellington
Pakistan hope change in format brings change in fortunes
They are ranked No. 1 and No. 2 in T20Is, but New Zealand have a clear psychological edge going into Monday's game at the Westpac Stadium, having won 12 matches on the bounce against Pakistan across formats
April 13, 2024
Pakistan v Sri Lanka, Under-19 World Cup, Group D
Pakistan seal quarter-final berth, Sri Lanka knocked out
A slim and slightly tense chase helped Pakistan seal a three-wicket win and a quarter-final berth, led by a combined five wickets between their quick bowlers Shaheen Afridi and Suleman Shafqat
April 08, 2024
New Zealand v Pakistan, 5th ODI, Wellington
New Zealand overcome late surge to seal 5-0 sweep
In the final ODI of the series, New Zealand captain Kane Williamson won the toss and decided to bat first, putting it down to playing on the same surface that the first ODI was played on
April 13, 2024
New Zealand v Pakistan, Wellington, 5th ODI
New Zealand eye whitewash against wilting Pakistan
Can Pakistan end the five-match ODI series with something positive to take into the T20s, or will a sizzling New Zealand hammer the final nail in the visitors' coffin?
April 13, 2024
New Zealand v Pakistan, 4th ODI, Hamilton
Shoaib Malik suffers delayed concussion signs
The allrounder was hit in the back of the head by a throw when Pakistan batted - he came out helmet-less - and did not take the field when they bowled
April 15, 2024
Ireland v Pakistan, Under-19 World Cup, Group C, Whangarei
Shaheen Shah Afridi razes Ireland U-19 with six-for
Pakistan Under-19 needed less than 40 overs to beat Ireland Under-19
April 18, 2024
New Zealand v Pakistan, 4th ODI, Hamilton
De Grandhomme and Munro overcome Pakistan's fight
Colin de Grandhomme replaces Todd Astle for New Zealand, as Kane Williamson's men look to move closer to a series sweep
April 13, 2024
New Zealand v Pakistan, 4th ODI, Hamilton
Pakistan's bid to salvage pride against red-hot NZ
They have been outplayed over the first three ODIs on the tour, and now with the series gone, perhaps they might finally bat with a little more freedom
April 13, 2024
Pakistan v Afghanistan, Under-19 World Cup, Whangarei
'It was like a home game in Kabul' - Afghanistan captain Naveen-ul-Haq
After Afghanistan Under-19s upset Pakistan, around 300 Afghan fans stormed into the Cobham Oval, which resulted in a rescheduling of a congratulatory call from the Prime Minister
April 17, 2024
3rd ODI, Pakistan tour of New Zealand at Dunedin, Jan 13 2018
Boult's new high, and a top-order in shambles
The lowest total for a visiting side in New Zealand, Pakistan's losing streak, and other statistical highlights from the third ODI in Dunedin
April 13, 2024
Pakistan v Afghanistan, Under-19 World Cup, Whangarei
Afghanistan U-19s upset Pakistan with Rasooli's 76*
Just like the senior side on Saturday, the Pakistan Under-19 team also suffered a match-changing collapse, losing 7 for 42 as Afghanistan cruised to a five-wicket win
April 09, 2024
New Zealand v Pakistan, 3rd ODI, Dunedin
Boult takes five-for, Pakistan routed for 74 in huge loss
Zaman replaced Imam-ul-Haq as both captains indicated their inclination towards batting first in overcast conditions
April 12, 2024
New Zealand v Pakistan, 3rd ODI, Dunedin
Embattled Pakistan in a fight to keep series alive
Pakistan have a tendency to perform at their best when expectations of them are lowest, but New Zealand are looking increasingly unstoppable and are gunning for their tenth successive win across formats
April 13, 2024
New Zealand v Pakistan, 2nd ODI, Nelson
Guptill overcomes rain and Pakistan
New Zealand made no changes to the team that beat Pakistan in the first ODI
April 13, 2024
New Zealand v Pakistan, 2nd ODI, Nelson
Pakistan look to seniors to break New Zealand's dominance
New Zealand looked formidable in the first ODI in Wellington, and Pakistan need to turn things around quickly to push out fears of their recent unbeaten run being a flash in the pan
April 13, 2024
New Zealand v Pakistan, 1st ODI, Wellington
Williamson makes ton as New Zealand go 1-0 up in the rain
Sarfraz Ahmed, the Pakistan captain, elected to bowl in windy conditions, on a Wellington pitch with a smattering of grass on it
April 13, 2024
New Zealand v Pakistan, 1st ODI, Wellington
In-form sides fight for attention
The neutral fan might find it difficult to look away from higher-profile matches in Australia and South Africa, but this New Zealand-Pakistan series, pitting two closely-matched and in-form ODI sides, promises to be a cracker
April 12, 2024
Afghanistan v Pakistan, Under-19s Asia Cup, final, Kuala Lumpur
Faizi ton, Mujeeb five-for hand Afghanistan maiden U-19 Asia Cup title
Pakistan Under-19s were once again tormented by offspinner Mujeeb Zadran, who took 5 for 13 in the final to bowl them out for a mere 63
April 09, 2024
Bangladesh v Pakistan, 1st semi-final, U-19 Asia Cup, Kuala Lumpur
Taha's 92 takes Pakistan to U-19 Asia Cup final
In response to Bangladesh's 274 for 6, Pakistan were two runs ahead of the DLS par-score of 197 when rain stopped play after 39 overs
April 18, 2024
Pakistan women v New Zealand women, 4th T20I, Sharjah, November 14, 2017
New Zealand hand out thumping to complete 4-0 whitewash
Following a blitz that all but sealed the deal for New Zealand, Sophie Devine collected both the Player-of-the-Match and the Player-of-the-Series awards
April 19, 2024
Pakistan v New Zealand, 3rd Women's T20I, Sharjah
Bates 65* leads New Zealand to series-clinching win
Hannah Rowe and Amelia Kerr run through Pakistan women to bowl them out for 84 in a chase of 127
April 19, 2024
Pakistan women v New Zealand won, 2nd T20I, Sharjah
Devine, Bates take NZ women 2-0 up
Dramatic New Zealand, who lose four wickets in five balls, stifle Pakistan to emerge comfortable winners
April 09, 2024
Pakistan v New Zealand, 1st Women's T20I
Devine, bowlers subdue Pakistan
Opener Sophie Devine struck 41 off 29 balls and followed it with the wicket of Ayesha Zafar to underpin New Zealand's 15-run victory in the first T20I in Sharjah
April 17, 2024
Pakistan v New Zealand, 3rd Women's ODI, Sharjah
Sana Mir four-for leads Pakistan women to historic win
Bismah Maroof piloted a chase of 156 as Pakistan women wrapped up their first win against New Zealand women in 13 attempts
April 18, 2024
Pakistan v New Zealand, 2nd ODI, ICC Women's Championship, Sharjah
New Zealand spinners, Devine rout Pakistan
Amelia Kerr took 3 for 35 to topple Pakistan over for just 147, a score they chased down with 26 overs and seven wickets in hand
April 11, 2024
Pakistan v New Zealand, 1st ODI, ICC Women's Championship, Sharjah
Pakistan lose 5 for 15 in thrilling eight-run loss
Sophie Devine's second ODI hundred, 103 off 119 balls, set New Zealand's defense up by carrying them to 240 before Pakistan's lower-order collapse
April 17, 2024
Pakistan v Sri Lanka, 3rd T20I, Lahore
'We are happy and privileged to be here' - SLC president
Thilanga Sumathipala sent out a message of solidarity with Pakistan, reiterating that the PCB and and the government of Pakistan have stood by Sri Lanka in the past
April 09, 2024
Pakistan v Sri Lanka, 3rd T20I, Lahore
Pakistan cruise to win on Lahore's big night
The series is already decided, but the match still holds a lot of meaning as Sri Lanka return to Pakistan for the first time since 2009
April 11, 2024
Pakistan v Sri Lanka, 3rd T20I, Lahore
SL team surrounded by 'extraordinary' security arrangements in Lahore
With roads sealed off and huge security convoys, the security arrangements provided to the Sri Lanka team are similar to the protocol followed for a presidential visit
April 18, 2024
Pakistan v Sri Lanka, 3rd T20I, Lahore
The hidden benefits of Sri Lanka's return to Lahore
The SLC has gone out of its way to ensure the tour goes ahead, and its president Thilanga Sumathipala stands to gain considerable favour
April 09, 2024
Pakistan v Sri Lanka, 3rd T20I, Lahore
Lahore readies itself for that international feeling
The city might be gaining a new familiarity with the feeling of hosting international cricket, but there is additional meaning to this latest match, given the identity of the visiting team
April 13, 2024
Pakistan v Sri Lanka, 2nd T20I, Abu Dhabi
Shadab swings low-scoring scrap with ball and bat
Sri Lanka need to win on Friday to keep the series alive
April 09, 2024
Pakistan v Sri Lanka, 1st T20, Abu Dhabi
Hasan, Malik star in emphatic Pakistan win
A listless batting effort resulted in an inexperienced Sri Lanka side remaining winless in the limited-overs leg of the series
April 18, 2024
Pakistan v Sri Lanka, 1st T20I, Abu Dhabi
Embattled Sri Lanka seek inspiration to improve wretched 2017
Pakistan, on the other hand, are coming into the T20 series with the confidence of a fantastic run in limited-overs matches this year
April 17, 2024
Pakistan v Sri Lanka, 5th ODI, Sharjah
Twenty-one balls of deja vu
Until today, Usman Khan was best known for a destructive spell of pace and movement in a domestic T20 final. He has now bowled an eerily similar spell in international cricket, and given Pakistan a sweet selection headache when all their pace options are
April 09, 2024
Pakistan v Sri Lanka, 5th ODI, Sharjah
Sri Lanka suffer 12th straight defeat
All the statistical peaks Pakistan scaled and the statistical troughs Sri Lanka plumbed during the fifth ODI in Sharjah
April 18, 2024
Pakistan v Sri Lanka, 5th ODI, Sharjah
Pakistan complete 5-0 after Usman bags five in 21 balls
Sri Lanka bolstered their bowling with the inclusions of Dushmantha Chameera and Vishwa Fernando, while Pakistan brought in another all-round option in Faheem Ashraf
April 18, 2024
Pakistan v Sri Lanka, 5th ODI, Sharjah
Can Sri Lanka avoid another whitewash?
Sri Lanka have been at the wrong end of 5-0 scorelines twice this year, against South Africa and India. Can they find a way to evade the same fate against Pakistan?
April 09, 2024
Pakistan v Sri Lanka, 4th ODI, Sharjah
Hasan Ali, spinners make it 4-0 for Pakistan
Sri Lanka have won the toss and chosen to bat first in the fourth ODI against Pakistan in Sharjah
April 09, 2024
Pakistan v Sri Lanka, 4th ODI, Sharjah
Dispirited Sri Lanka desperate to end 10-match rut
With the series wrapped up and the series moving to a venue at which Pakistan will feel closest to home, their next goal will be to extend their own seven-game winning streak
April 09, 2024
Pakistan v Sri Lanka, 3rd ODI, Abu Dhabi
Hasan five-for, Imam debut ton sink Sri Lanka
In a must-win game for Sri Lanka, their captain Upul Tharanga opted to bat, saying the side aimed to put runs on the board for the first time this series
April 09, 2024
Sri Lanka v Pakistan, 3rd ODI, Abu Dhabi
Must-win for sinking Sri Lanka against soaring Pakistan
Sri Lanka have lost nine ODIs in a row. Pakistan have won eight of their last nine. Is there any way for Sri Lanka to keep the series alive?
April 09, 2024
Pakistan v Sri Lanka, 2nd ODI, Abu Dhabi
Five consecutive tons in the UAE for Babar Azam
Babar Azam brought up his fifth consecutive ODI century in the UAE
April 09, 2024
Pakistan v Sri Lanka, 2nd ODI, Abu Dhabi
Azam, Shadab complete Pakistan's incredible comeback
The pitch is expected to slow down through the day, but dew is also expected - so how things pan out in the second innings remains to be seen
April 09, 2024
Sri Lanka v Pakistan, 2nd ODI, Abu Dhabi
Unchanged Pakistan eye more dominance in ODI series
Pakistan look significantly stronger than their opponents at the moment but Sri Lanka will be looking to bounce back on the back of their undoubted ability
April 11, 2024
Pakistan v Sri Lanka, 1st ODI, Dubai
Babar's ton, Malik's 81 take Pakistan 1-0 up
On a dry surface that has historically favoured chasing teams, captain Upul Tharanga preferred batting second, perhaps also mindful of the dew factor
April 13, 2024
Sri Lanka v Pakistan, 1st ODI, Dubai
SL carry edge heading into ODIs after Test triumphs
Having suffered a 2-0 defeat in the longest format, Pakistan will look to channel their inner Champions Trophy winners to wrest the momentum from the visitors in the ODI series opener
April 09, 2024
Pakistan v Sri Lanka, 2nd Test, Dubai, 5th day
Understudy's understudy takes centre stage
Dilruwan Perera might have missed out on selection but instead stepped forward to give Sri Lanka balance and options - and a famous series win
April 09, 2024
Pakistan v Sri Lanka, 2nd Test, Dubai, 5th day
How Pakistan's winning streak screeched to a halt
Pakistan's invincibility in the UAE came crashing down, but the symptoms had appeared earlier - they've now won only nine of their last 11 Tests
April 09, 2024
Pakistan v Sri Lanka, 2nd Test, Dubai, 5th day
The 5467-day wait to beat Pakistan in UAE
Fifteen years, 5467 days on, Pakistan suffered a Test series defeat in the UAE at the hands of Sri Lanka, who pulled off a feat beyond Australia, South Africa and England
April 09, 2024
Pakistan v Sri Lanka, 2nd Test, 5th day, Dubai
Will try not to sweep in crucial moments again - Sarfraz
Pakistan's captain makes a lot of runs with the shot, but his top-edge while attempting it on the final day in Dubai opened a gate for Sri Lanka
April 09, 2024
Pakistan v Sri Lanka, 2nd Test, Dubai, 4th day
End of Pakistan's spotless decade in the UAE
Statistical highlights of the fifty day of the second Test in Dubai between Sri Lanka and Pakistan
April 09, 2024
Pakistan v Sri Lanka, 2nd Test, Dubai, 5th day
Dilruwan's five-for seals memorable series sweep
Asad Shafiq's fighting 112 was not enough as Sri Lanka picked up the last five wickets in the first 90 minutes of the final day
April 09, 2024
Pakistan v Sri Lanka, 2nd Test, Dubai, 4th day
Pakistan's problems: 'It's kept me awake at night'
The opening partnership, Babar Azam's form, the middle-order positions and balance of the attack: Mickey Arthur has admitted he has a lengthy list of issues to resolve
April 12, 2024
Pakistan v Sri Lanka, 2nd Test, Dubai, 4th day
Sri Lanka's first-innings feast, second-innings famine
Statistical highlights of Sri Lanka's third-innings collapse in Dubai against Pakistan
April 12, 2024
Pakistan v Sri Lanka, 2nd Test, Dubai, 4th day
Shafiq, Sarfraz revive Pakistan to set up thrilling fifth day
Wahab finishes with 4 for 41 in a fiery effort to dismantle Sri Lanka in just 26 overs early on the fourth day
April 15, 2024
Pakistan v Sri Lanka, 2nd Test, Dubai, 3rd day
How Sri Lanka's fast bowlers have outdone Pakistan's
For the work they have put in against the heat, and the helpless pitches, Suranga Lakmal and Nuwan Pradeep deserve much praise
April 16, 2024
Pakistan v Sri Lanka, 2nd Test, Dubai, 3rd day
Babar Azam needs to break the habit
In his short Test career, he has had a problem, namely that he keeps getting out close to lunch, tea or stumps and it is hurting Pakistan
April 09, 2024
Pakistan v Sri Lanka, 2nd Test, Dubai, 3rd day
Sri Lanka take control after 15-wicket day
Sri Lanka took four large strides towards claiming a tight grip on the Dubai Test, removing Shan Masood, Sami Aslam, Asad Shafiq and Babar Azam in the first session of day three
April 11, 2024
Pakistan v Sri Lanka, 2nd Test, Dubai, day 2
'Tired' Yasir not interested in records
Yasir Shah has continued to be play the role of both workhorse as well as strike bowler ever since Pakistan started playing three fast bowlers more often
April 13, 2024
Pakistan v Sri Lanka, 2nd Test, Dubai, 2nd day
Amir ruled out of one-day series with shin injury
Amir resumed bowling on the second day in Dubai but was soon forced off the field again and sent for scans
April 12, 2024
Pakistan v Sri Lanka, 2nd Test, Dubai, 2nd day
Karunaratne's hunger for long innings
Dimuth Karunaratne has played some remarkably long innings recently, and is emerging as a batting leader for Sri Lanka post the Jayawardene-Sangakkara era
April 09, 2024
Pakistan v Sri Lanka, 2nd Test, Dubai, 2nd day
Sri Lanka in control after Karunaratne 196
Reduced to three specialist bowlers in the wake of Amir's shin niggle, Pakistan were run ragged by the opener and Niroshan Dickwella
April 12, 2024
Pakistan v Sri Lanka, 2nd Test, Dubai, 1st day
Memory of Amir clouds the new reality
The world has waited for the spells of 2010 from Mohammad Amir but - for a host of reasons - they have failed to really materialise. However, all is not lost
April 12, 2024
Pakistan v Sri Lanka, 2nd Test, Dubai, 1st day
Karunaratne ton helps Sri Lanka build steadily
Sri Lanka replaced the injured Lahiru Thirimanne with Sadeera Samarawickrama, while Lakshan Sandakan made way for Lahiru Gamage
April 09, 2024
Pakistan v Sri Lanka, 2nd Test, Dubai
Pakistan's curious affair with day-night Test cricket
It's expensive to host in the UAE, the market circumstances are unlike others in the cricket world, and the turnout is negligible. So why does Pakistan insist on playing pink-ball cricket there?
April 19, 2024
Pakistan v Sri Lanka, 2nd Test, Dubai
Sri Lanka's 'upset' adds significance to day-night Test
Pakistan were favourites to begin due to Sri Lanka's misadventures more than their own conquests. Now that the 'underdogs' are leading 1-0, there's much to play for with the pink ball
April 10, 2024
Pakistan v Sri Lanka, 2nd Test, Dubai
Pakistan look to seniors to undo Abu Dhabi anomaly
The performances of some key players amplified long-standing issues of form, but Sarfraz Ahmed is positive that one innings doesn't make a bad side as Pakistan look to avoid a first home series defeat in ten years
April 09, 2024
Pakistan v Sri Lanka, 1st Test, Abu Dhabi
When Herath tormented Pakistan
Five previous instances when Rangana Herath spun Sri Lanka to victory against Pakistan
April 19, 2024
Pakistan v Sri Lanka, 1st Test, Abu Dhabi, 5th day
'Want Herath throughout my career' - Chandimal
Sri Lanka captain "over the moon" after pulling off Abu Dhabi heist
April 19, 2024
Pakistan v Sri Lanka, 1st Test, Abu Dhabi, 5th day
Pakistan's final-day batting - a disaster foretold
History or no history, with or without #MisYou, Pakistan's final-day collapses have been a constant since August last year
April 11, 2024
Pakistan v Sri Lanka, 1st Test, Abu Dhabi, 5th day
From 841 for 20 to 252 for 20
The Abu Dhabi match witnessed one of the rarest reversal of fortunes in Test history.
April 15, 2024
Pakistan v Sri Lanka, 1st Test, Abu Dhabi, 5th day, October 2, 2017
Herath's 400th wicket seals dramatic victory for Sri Lanka
Niroshan Dickwella frustrated Pakistan momentarily, but the bowlers made quick work of Sri Lanka's batting order before lunch. The target, therefore, is 136 on a surface that offers varied turn and bounce
April 18, 2024
Pakistan v Sri Lanka, 1st Test, Abu Dhabi, 4th day
Haris Sohail leaves his hell behind
Despite the talk that came with him being selected over the perpetually in-form Fawad Alam, and with the added pressure of Pakistan being in trouble, Haris Sohail astutely put together the "best day of his career"
April 18, 2024
Pakistan v Sri Lanka, 1st Test, Abu Dhabi, 4th day
Herath v Azhar Ali: Seven innings, seven dismissals
Rangana Herath has dismissed Azhar Ali seven times in the last five Tests
April 09, 2024
Pakistan v Sri Lanka, 1st Test, Abu Dhabi, 4th day, October 1, 2017
Pakistan spinners take four to set up exciting final day
Suranga Lakmal and Rangana Herath took two wickets each on the fourth day's first session as Pakistan looked to reduce Sri Lanka's lead
April 10, 2024
Pakistan v Sri Lanka, 1st Test, Abu Dhabi, 3rd day, September 30, 2017
Hello again, Sami Aslam
Dropped after scoring tough runs on tough tours, Sami Aslam is back, and in his comeback innings scored a half-century that highlighted both his strengths and his puzzling inability to convert his starts
April 09, 2024
Pakistan v Sri Lanka, 1st Test, Abu Dhabi, 3rd day, September 30, 2017
Seven sessions of grind
Test matches in the UAE tend to unravel after three days of slow cricket, and the Pakistan-Sri Lanka encounter is no different
April 10, 2024
Pakistan v Sri Lanka, 1st Test, Abu Dhabi, 3rd day, September 30, 2017
Azhar Ali leads Pakistan's crawl towards parity
Late wickets in the session, from spinners Dilruwan Perera and Rangana Herath, helped both teams share honours after their openers gave Pakistan a resolute start to the day
April 09, 2024
Pakistan v Sri Lanka, 1st Test, Abu Dhabi, 2nd day
'We went in with our strength' - Azhar Mahmood
Despite Yasir Shah bowling a career-high 57 overs in Abu Dhabi's heat and humidity, Pakistan do not regret going into the first Test with only one specialist spinner
April 13, 2024
Pakistan v Sri Lanka, 1st Test, 2nd day, Abu Dhabi
Pakistan unscathed after Chandimal ton takes SL to 419
Dinesh Chandimal's 109 was barely watchable, but invaluable given its context; it helped Sri Lanka post their first 300-plus score in four Tests
April 09, 2024
Pak v SL, 1st Test, Abu Dhabi
Yasir's 150 in quick time
Yasir Shah became the quickest spinner in Test history to 150 wickets
April 19, 2024
Pakistan v Sri Lanka, 1st Test, 1st day, Abu Dhabi
Karunaratne 93, Chandimal 60* carry SL to safety
Upon returning to Test cricket, Silva and Thirimanne provided reminders of why they had been dropped in the first place, before Mendis was also dismissed in the last over before lunch
April 12, 2024
Pakistan v Sri Lanka, 1st Test, Abu Dhabi, 1st day
Sri Lanka bat; Pakistan give Haris Sohail a debut
Dinesh Chandimal won the toss and chose to bat first on a pitch that had a bit of grass on it in Abu Dhabi. Pakistan gave middle-order batsman Haris Sohail a Test debut
April 09, 2024
Pakistan v Sri Lanka, 1st Test, Abu Dhabi
Pakistan, Sri Lanka resume bout without heavyweights
Both teams have played 14 Tests against each other this decade, but how will they respond to the unfamiliar situation of not having familiar faces?
April 10, 2024
Pakistan v Sri Lanka, 1st Test, Abu Dhabi
Pakistan's transition an advantage for SL bowling - Chandimal
Pakistan will begin working out their batting order after the retirements of Misbah-ul-Haq and Younis Khan, and Dinesh Chandimal believes a settled Sri Lanka bowling attack can exploit this
April 09, 2024
Pakistan v Sri Lanka, 1st Test, Abu Dhabi
The quiet signs of change in Pakistan's bowling strategy
Under Misbah-ul-Haq, Pakistan rarely wavered in fielding a spin-heavy attack in the UAE. The Test series against Sri Lanka could see a shift in that strategy, leaning towards a greater use of pace
April 09, 2024
Pakistan v Sri Lanka, 1st Test, Abu Dhabi
Sarfraz's Pakistan look to build on Misbah's reign
Pakistan's new captain in all formats wants his team to "remember the good things" his predecessors did, and apply them to his "very young side"
April 18, 2024
Pakistan v World XI, 3rd T20I, Independence Cup 2017, Lahore
Pakistan mark cricket's return with series win
Darren Sammy returned while George Bailey got his first game of the tour for the visitors
April 14, 2024
Pakistan v World XI, Independence Cup, 3rd T20I, Lahore
Hasan Ali in doubt as Lahore prepares for thrilling finale
George Bailey, who hasn't yet played for World XI, may get a look in while Usman Shinwari is likely to make way for Hasan Ali if the latter is deemed fit ahead of the third and final T20I
April 14, 2024
Pakistan v World XI, 2nd T20I, Independence Cup 2017, Lahore
Amla, Thisara star in World XI's last-over win
Pakistan made two forced changes to their line-up, while Paul Collingwood and Samuel Badree made their ways into the World XI
April 14, 2024
Pakistan v World XI, 1st T20I, Independence Cup 2017, Lahore
Babar's 86 edges out World XI in Lahore
Faf du Plessis, the World XI captain, chose to bowl in front of an expectant crowd at the Gaddafi Stadium, where the first T20I against Pakistan got underway
April 14, 2024
Independence Cup 2017
Pakistan cricket rises in the shadow of strife
Two global crowns, the PSL, and a governing body whose earnings have multiplied indicate that cricket in Pakistan has held its own despite the obstacles
April 16, 2024
Independence Cup 2017
World XI series a 'huge leap' for Pakistan - Najam Sethi
Giles Clarke, head of the ICC's Pakistan Task Team, echoed Sethi's comments after the World XI squad arrived in Lahore on Monday morning
April 17, 2024
Independence Cup 2017
Security made us feel like in a movie - du Plessis
The World XI captain spoke about how he initially wrestled with the idea of playing in Pakistan, before being put at ease by the comprehensive security arrangements
April 15, 2024
Why aren't there any Indians in the World XI?
We seem to have reached a point where it is seen as logical that Pakistani cricketers cannot play in the IPL, and that no Indian player can be part of an all-star game in Lahore
April 19, 2024
Independence Cup 2017
Sarfraz eager to shift focus back to cricket
The actual cricket looks to have taken a back seat, but Pakistan captain Sarfraz Ahmed is eager to push it back into focus, looking to maintain Pakistan's T20 ranking by winning games
April 19, 2024
Pakistan v Sri Lanka, Women's World Cup 2017, Leicester
Manodara 84 ensures Sri Lanka clinch thriller
Pakistan needed 16 runs in 21 balls when their last wicket fell, consigning them to two entire world cup campaigns without a single victory
April 13, 2024
Pakistan v West Indies, Women's World Cup, Leicester
Dottin, Taylor star as West Indies leave Pakistan winless
West Indies were aided by rain after putting up a strong batting display against Pakistan which saw Deandra Dottin reach her maiden ODI hundred, supported by Stafanie Taylor's 90
April 08, 2024
West Indies v Pakistan, Women's World Cup, Leicester
Pakistan, WI face off in battle for pride
While West Indies will look to build on their 47-run victory against Sri Lanka, Pakistan will be keen on ending their 12-match winless streak in the World Cup
April 10, 2024
Women's World Cup 2017
South Africa, India, New Zealand in race for semi-final spots
Three of the tournament's top five teams face off in Saturday's games at the Women's World Cup
April 19, 2024
Australia v Pakistan, Women's World Cup, Leicester
Australia canter to fourth straight victory
Australia recovered from 60 for 3 in the 20th over to post 290 for 8. It was 159 too many for Pakistan, whose lack of intent all but killed the chase early on
April 08, 2024
Women's World Cup 2017
Australia, India eye fourth win on the trot
ESPNcricinfo previews the three Women's World Cup matches to be played on July 5, 2017
April 18, 2024
India v Pakistan, Women's World Cup, Derby
Ekta Bisht five-for routs Pakistan for 74
India marched to their third straight win in the Women's World Cup by thrashing Pakistan by 95 runs in Derby
April 08, 2024
Eng v Pak, WWC, Leicester
Sciver and Knight hundreds propel England to comprehensive victory
Natalie Sciver converted her maiden ODI century into a blistering innings of 137 from 92 balls, and Heather Knight, the captain, also passed three figures for the first time in limited-overs cricket
April 09, 2024
Pakistan v South Africa, Women's World Cup, Leicester
Ismail and Luus clinch a thriller for SA
South Africa were cruising at 113 for 0 in a chase of 207 - a straightforward equation - but against a spirited Pakistan bowling attack, it was anything but
April 08, 2024
India v Pakistan, Champions Trophy, final, The Oval
Pakistan reward Arthur for keeping the faith
Trying to predict what happens next is a dangerous business, but the signs are that coach and captain are forging a strong relationship
April 16, 2024
India v Pakistan, Champions Trophy, final, The Oval
'We leave with our heads held high' - Kohli
The Indian captain was magnanimous in defeat and offered no excuses for his team's no-show with the bat in the Champions Trophy final
April 17, 2024
Pakistan v India, Champions Trophy 2017, final, The Oval
Kohli loses duel with red-hot Amir
For India to stand a chance, Virat Kohli had to win his battle with Pakistan's seamers, but Mohammad Amir used his angle and intellect to take out India's best
April 08, 2024
India v Pakistan, Champions Trophy, final, The Oval
Zaman feared he would miss final
He went on to make a matchwinning century, but Fakhar Zaman spent the night before ill in his hotel bed
April 08, 2024
Pakistan v India, Champions Trophy 2017, final, The Oval
Which is Pakistan's greatest moment?
Where do you think Pakistan winning the 2017 Champions Trophy stands in their list of achievements?
April 09, 2024
India v Pakistan, Champions Trophy, final, The Oval
Fly, Pakistan, fly
This is one of the greatest comebacks in the history of cricket. It wasn't a comeback in one game, or against one opponent, it was against the best the world had, in four straight knockout games
April 10, 2024
Pakistan v India, Champions Trophy 2017, final, The Oval
Fakhar Zaman rewarded for his risk
After scoring two half-centuries in his last two innings in the Champions Trophy, the Pakistan opener rose to the occasion of the final by making his maiden ODI hundred
April 08, 2024
India v Pakistan, Champions Trophy, final, The Oval
'Pakistan have made #CT17 truly memorable'
Reactions to Pakistan winning the Champions Trophy after comprehensively beating arch-rivals India
April 10, 2024
Ind v Pak, Champions Trophy, final
'This is for the nation... I can't wait to go home!'
Reactions from the Pakistan players and team management immediately after their victory against India in the Champions Trophy final
April 17, 2024
India v Pakistan, Champions Trophy, final, The Oval
Pakistan hand India biggest loss in ICC finals
Pakistan's highest total in tournament finals, Ashwin hits a new low, and other statistical highlights from the first innings of the Champions Trophy final
April 08, 2024
India v Pakistan, Champions Trophy final, The Oval
How well do you know your India-Pakistan ODIs?
Are a keen follower of the India-Pakistan rivalry or one who only watches the big matches?
April 08, 2024
India v Pakistan, Champions Trophy, final, The Oval
New champions: Zaman, Amir and Pakistan raze India for title
India captain Virat Kohli chose to bowl expecting there to be some early assistance for the bowlers, but also citing a preference to chase
April 08, 2024
India v Pakistan, Champions Trophy final, The Oval
Arch-rivals in big finals
As India and Pakistan clash in Sunday's Champions Trophy final, we take a look at some other traditional rivalries across various sports
April 16, 2024
India v Pakistan, Champions Trophy final, The Oval
India's top three v Pakistan's pace
Recent history favours India in the Champions Trophy final, but Pakistan's fast bowlers have shown an impressive return to form
April 08, 2024
India v Pakistan, Champions Trophy 2017, final
Bring on the battle of the middle overs
So far in this tournament, India have hardly lost wickets in overs 11-40. Pakistan's bowlers have done most of their damage in these overs. This period could be title-deciding on Sunday
April 08, 2024
India v Pakistan, Champions Trophy final, The Oval
Will a billion people watch the Champions Trophy final?
The India-Pakistan final could be the third-most watched game in cricket history
April 08, 2024
India v Pakistan, Champions Trophy final, The Oval
Resurgent Pakistan take on immense India
India making the final was not a surprise. Pakistan was. But here they are and if they play like they did against England, the contest could be one for the ages
April 17, 2024
India v Pakistan, Champions Trophy 2017, final, The Oval
Kohli switched off before Super Sunday
The Virat Kohli of 2015 may have been highly emotive, too in-your-face and aggressive. Ahead of his first big final as captain, though, he resonates a sense of calm
April 08, 2024
India v Pakistan, Champions Trophy final, The Oval
Kohli backs 'match-winner' Pandya
Hardik Pandya is a "priceless" player who can provide "a match-winning performance in any game he plays," according to Virat Kohli
April 09, 2024
India v Pakistan, Champions Trophy final, The Oval
FAQs: The India-Pakistan final
What you need to know about what is set to be one of the most watched cricket matches of all time
April 12, 2024
India v Pakistan, Champions Trophy final, The Oval
Think you know the finalists?
It's the first final in an ICC ODI tournament between India and Pakistan. How well do you know the players from both squads? Try this quiz
April 19, 2024
Champions Trophy 2017
'Batsmen win you games, bowlers win you tournaments'
Bowling coach Azhar Mahmood talks about the transformation of Pakistan's pace attack, a key factor in their road to the Champions Trophy final
April 08, 2024
England v Pakistan, Champions Trophy, 1st semi-final, Cardiff
Rise, and shine, Hasan Ali
A man who landed in the UK near the bottom of Pakistan's pace pecking order has moved past more skilled bowlers to lead the attack through sheer force of will, symbolizing Pakistan's run to the final
April 08, 2024
England v Pakistan, Champions Trophy, semi-final, Cardiff
Extra rest day could be vital for Pakistan attack
Pakistan's bowling attack has been frayed by injuries throughout the tournament but captain Sarfraz Ahmed is hoping everyone will be fully fit for Sunday's final
April 12, 2024
England v Pakistan, Champions Trophy, 1st semi-final, Cardiff
Edgbaston to Cardiff too much of an ask to adjust to - Morgan
England captain Eoin Morgan blamed their semi-final defeat against Pakistan on the batsmen failing to adapt to a Cardiff surface that he said offered no home advantage
April 08, 2024
England v Pakistan, Champions Trophy, 1st semi-final, Cardiff
When unfancied Davids sent mighty Goliaths packing
The lowest-ranked team beating the tournament favourites. Where does Pakistan's win over England rank among the big knockout upsets in ICC ODI tournaments?
April 13, 2024
England v Pakistan, Champions Trophy, semi-final, Cardiff
Where was England's Plan B?
Amid the euphoria of their post-World Cup ODI revival, England showed fallibility in pressure matches and in less-than-perfect batting conditions. These very failings led to their undoing in a global semi-final on a tricky, used pitch in Cardiff
April 10, 2024
England v Pakistan, Champions Trophy, 1st semi-final, Cardiff
Impressive Hasan knocks out tournament favourites
Hasan Ali irreparably dented England by dismissing out two of their most important batsmen and embellished his streak of performances in the Champions Trophy
April 08, 2024
England v Pakistan, Champions Trophy, 1st semi-final, Cardiff
'Pakistan Zindabad. England just bad'
An emphatic win for Pakistan over favourites England. Here's how the cricket world reacted on Twitter
April 08, 2024
England v Pakistan, Champions Trophy, 1st semi-final, Cardiff
Hasan Ali stars as Pakistan crush England to reach final
Mohammad Amir pulled out of Pakistan's Champions Trophy semi-final at Cardiff today with what his captain, Sarfraz Ahmed, reported as "a back spasm" as Pakistan won the toss and inserted England in Cardiff
April 18, 2024
England v Pakistan, Champions Trophy, 1st semi-final, Cardiff
Cornered tigers face down rampant lions
The first Champions Trophy semi-final pits unbeaten England against unpredictable Pakistan in Cardiff
April 08, 2024
England v Pakistan, Champions Trophy, 1st semi-final, Cardiff
ICC urges fans to resell unwanted tickets for Cardiff
Supporters who no longer want to attend the semi-finals of the Champions Trophy are being urged to put their tickets up for resale by midnight on Tuesday in an attempt to avoid pockets of empty seats at the grounds
April 08, 2024
England v Pakistan, Champions Trophy, 1st semi-final, Cardiff
Tactics Board: How Pakistan can beat England
The stats say the hosts are overwhelming favourites, so is there anything Pakistan can do?
April 15, 2024
England v Pakistan, Champions Trophy 2017, semi-final, Cardiff
Amir's swinging fortunes
He does not look the bowler he once was, but post-comeback, he has often thrived when few people thought he would
April 08, 2024
Sri Lanka v Pakistan, Champions Trophy 2017, Group B, Cardiff
'Soft dismissals a concern' - Sarfraz
Pakistan will find time to address concerns about their middle order despite the joy of overcoming Sri Lanka to progress to the knockout stage
April 12, 2024
Sri Lanka v Pakistan, Champions Trophy 2017, Group B, Cardiff
SL let it slip despite Malinga's best efforts
Three glaring dropped catches off the bowling of Lasith Malinga were pivotal as Sri Lanka's "pathetic" fielding cost them a semi-final place
April 08, 2024
Sri Lanka v Pakistan, Champions Trophy 2017, Group B, Cardiff
'This is how cornered tigers fight'
The reactions on Twitter following Pakistan's close three-wicket win over Sri Lanka
April 10, 2024
Sri Lanka v Pakistan, Champions Trophy 2017, Group B, Cardiff
Panicstan embrace the chaos
Just as Pakistan and their fans seemed about to dissolve into a nerve-induced puddle, Sri Lanka decided to outdo them
April 17, 2024
Sri Lanka v Pakistan, Champions Trophy, Group B, Cardiff
Amir pulls off double duty in style
He had bowled one of the spells of the tournament and then Pakistan stumbled so spectacularly that he had to pull off heroics with the bat too
April 12, 2024
Sri Lanka v Pakistan, Champions Trophy, Group B, Cardiff
Five drops that cost Sri Lanka
Fielding errors at crucial times were one of the major reasons Sri Lanka failed to make the knockout stage of the 2017 Champions Trophy
April 17, 2024
Sri Lanka v Pakistan, Group B, Cardiff
Amir, Junaid blow through SL middle order
Mohammad Amir and Junaid Khan took two wickets apiece to knock reduce Sri Lanka from 161 for 3 to 167 for 7 in less than four overs
April 17, 2024
Sri Lanka v Pakistan, Champions Trophy 2017, Group B, Cardiff
Sarfraz sees shaky Pakistan into semi-finals
Dhananjaya de Silva was slotted straight into the Sri Lankan team after being flown in as a replacement for the injured Kusal Perera
April 13, 2024
Sri Lanka v Pakistan, Champions Trophy, Group B, Cardiff
Where the game can be won and lost for Pakistan and Sri Lanka
As two of ODI cricket's most mercurial sides prepare to face off in a knockout clash, we go back to the tactics board
April 12, 2024
Sri Lanka v Pakistan, Champions Trophy, Group B, Cardiff
Hot-and-cold teams tussle for final semi-final spot
Both Sri Lanka and Pakistan have been so strikingly inconsistent in their respective campaigns that it opens up a host of possibilities when they clash in a must-win in Cardiff
April 18, 2024
Pakistan v Sri Lanka, Champions Trophy 2017, Group B, Cardiff
The vagaries of Pakistan and Sri Lanka
Pakistan head into Monday's match with their tag of unpredictability the most predictable thing about them. Their opposition, Sri Lanka, have their own variable performances to contend with as they seek a spot in the semi-final
April 18, 2024
Pakistan v South Africa, Champions Trophy, Group B, Edgbaston
Hasan bounces back from India horror show
Pakistan's 23-year old fast bowler showed plenty of heart, with ball and on the field, to revive his team's Champions Trophy campaign
April 08, 2024
Champions Trophy 2017
De Villiers' star quality fading before our eyes
AB de Villiers' troubling lack of form has been compounded by a terse manner off the field, and confused messages on it. Something seems amiss
April 08, 2024
Pakistan v South Africa, Champions Trophy, Group B, Edgbaston
Pakistan trip up South Africa to revive campaign
South Africa won the toss and elected to bat at Edgbaston, where they fielded a XI unchanged from the one that beat Sri Lanka in their opening game
April 08, 2024
Pakistan v South Africa, Champions Trophy 2017, Edgbaston
Can Pakistan make a match out of an apparent mismatch?
South Africa will be looking to seal their qualification against the lowest-ranked team in the ICC Champions Trophy
April 10, 2024
Champions Trophy 2017
De Villiers sings Wasim Akram's praises
AB de Villiers used the build-up to South Africa's game against Pakistan as an opportunity to state his admiration for Wasim Akram, the best bowler he has seen
April 08, 2024
Champions Trophy 2017
Domingo's chance to upstage perennial predecessor Arthur
Russell Domingo has often followed in Mickey Arthur's footsteps, always seemingly going one step further. Who will come out on top at Edgbaston?
April 08, 2024
Pakistan v South Africa, Champions Trophy 2017, Edgbaston
Pakistan's players must buy into the team culture
Pakistan will need every player to throw themselves into their fielding; every player to commit to a more positive approach with the bat; every player to remember they're playing a team game
April 17, 2024
India v Pakistan, Champions Trophy, Group B, Edgbaston
Yuvraj's innings changed the match - Kohli
India captain Virat Kohli described Yuvraj Singh's 53 off 32 balls as a game-changing innings in what eventually became a comfortable 124-run win over Pakistan at the 2017 Champions Trophy
April 08, 2024
India v Pakistan, Champions Trophy, Group B, Edgbaston
Heavy loss a 'reality check' - Arthur
Pakistan coach Mickey Arthur was blunt in assessing his team's poor performance in a 124-run loss to India but said it would be unfair to pass judgment on them for one bad day
April 13, 2024
India v Pakistan, Champions Trophy, Group B, Edgbaston
Kohli the spark that ignites India
The Indian captain did not find the fluency with which he usually scores his runs, but he stayed the course and took his team through to a big finsh
April 13, 2024
India v Pakistan, Champions Trophy, Group B, Edgbaston
A victory for Birmingham and Britain too
This game had to be played. It had to be played to show that hate won't win. It had to be played as it offered another chance to build bridges rather than burn them
April 08, 2024
India v Pakistan, Champions Trophy, Group B, Edgbaston
The autopsy of an appalling Pakistan performance
The version of Pakistan that showed up at Edgbaston to play India was the worst version that could have showed up
April 19, 2024
India v Pakistan, Champions Trophy, Group B, Edgbaston
Vintage Yuvraj enthralls festive crowd
Lack of match practice leading into the game wasn't a deterrent for Yuvraj Singh as his bruising half-century deflated the Pakistan attack
April 08, 2024
India v Pakistan, Champions Trophy, Group B, Edgbaston
India thrash sloppy Pakistan by 124 runs
Pakistan won only their second toss against India in nine international matches since the start of the year 2013 and elected to field with rain forecast for later in the day
April 10, 2024
What kind of an India-Pakistan fan are you?
On a scale of don't care to fiercely passionate, take our quiz to find out where you stand on the India-Pakistan rivalry
April 10, 2024
India v Pakistan, Champions Trophy, Group B, Edgbaston
Can Pakistan breathe life into rivalry with India?
India and Pakistan have a storied rivalry, but recent contests in global tournaments have been one-sided in India's favour. Will the latest chapter in the tale be a gripping one?
April 08, 2024
India v Pakistan, Champions Trophy, Group B, Edgbaston
Sarfraz talks of 'out-of-the-box' plans against India
Pakistan coach Mickey Arthur stressed on the need for a team's captain and coach to be on the same page and said he enjoyed working with captain Sarfraz Ahmed
April 18, 2024
India v Pakistan, Champions Trophy, Group B, Edgbaston
The modern reality of a once intense rivalry
Matches between India and Pakistan used to be emotional, heated, and high-stakes contests for the players involved. Not so much anymore
April 10, 2024
India v Pakistan, Champions Trophy, Group B, Edgbaston
Focused Kohli blocks out the intrigue
On the eve of India's first match of the Champions Trophy, Virat Kohli said he had blocked out the noise and was gearing up for Pakistan
April 17, 2024
West Indies v Pakistan, 1st ODI, Providence
Mohammed, Nurse ace West Indies' highest successful chase
West Indies went into the game depleted by the absence of a number of star players, while Sarfraz Khan felt the momentum was with his side after Pakistan's 3-1 T20I series win
April 10, 2024
West Indies v Pakistan, 1st ODI, Providence
West Indies, Pakistan eye direct World Cup qualification
Unlike many bilateral ODI series, this one has context: given their ranks, both teams need to win as the deadline for automatic qualification for World Cup 2019 looms
April 11, 2024
Pakistan news
Misbah to retire after WI Test series
Misbah-ul-Haq insisted he had been under no pressure to make the decision and was not influenced by the PCB
April 19, 2024
Pakistan in West Indies 2017
Shadab Khan breaks into Pakistan Test squad
Pakistan have picked four uncapped players in the Test side to play three matches against West Indies starting April 21
April 12, 2024
Pakistan in West Indies 2017
Mushtaq keen on Shadab-Yasir combination
Mushtaq Ahmed, head coach at the National Cricket Academy, says Shadab Khan and Yasir Shah can play together for Pakistan
April 12, 2024
West Indies v Pakistan, 3rd T20I, Port of Spain
Evin Lewis' 91 keeps series alive
An unchanged Pakistan side has chosen to bat at Queen's Park Oval in a bid to win back-to-back T20I series over West Indies
April 10, 2024
West Indies v Pakistan, 3rd T20I, Port of Spain
Pakistan eye knockout punch against dispirited West Indies
West Indies' batsmen need to find an answer to teenage legspinner Shadab Khan if they are to keep the series alive
April 17, 2024
Pakistan news
Date set for Latif disciplinary hearing
Khalid Latif, the Pakistan batsman charged with six breaches of the PCB's anti-corruption code during the PSL in February, appeared before a three-member tribunal in Lahore on Friday
April 13, 2024
West Indies v Pakistan, 2nd T20I, Port of Spain
Pakistan look to extend domineering streak over West Indies
Pakistan have won the last four T20Is against West Indies. As the series moves to Port of Spain, will West Indies be able to stave off the resurgent visitors with an improved performance?
April 12, 2024
Pakistan news
Irfan banned for one year for failing to report approach
Mohammad Irfan has been banned from all forms of cricket for at least six months after he pleaded guilty to failing to report details of two approaches to corrupt the game
April 12, 2024
Pakistan Super League 2017
FICA justifies warning about Lahore risk
FICA, the international players association, has justified its actions in warning about the risks involved in playing the Pakistan Super League final in Lahore
April 12, 2024
Pakistan news
Two United Bank players injured in hotel fire
Allrounder Yasim Murtaza broke his heel while 20-year old legspinner Karamat Ali suffered a hand injury in a bid to save themselves after fire broke out at the Regent Plaza Hotel in Karachi
April 12, 2024
Pakistan v West Indies 2016
'We need to be more consistent' - Imad Wasim
Imad Wasim, the Pakistan allrounder, wants the team to rid itself of the label of being an inconsistent side
April 10, 2024
Pakistan v West Indies, 2016
Pakistan 'can demolish any opposition' - Badree
West Indies legspinner Samuel Badree has described Pakistan as a "very, very dangerous team" which can "demolish any opposition."
April 10, 2024