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House full at Gaddafi Stadium as Lahore crowd enjoys third T20I between Pakistan and South Africa

Lahore, 2 November 2025: The iconic Gaddafi Stadium was packed to capacity once again on Saturday as fans turned up in huge numbers for the third and final T20 International between Pakistan and South Africa. This marked the second consecutive sold-out game in Lahore, following Friday night’s nine-wicket win for Pakistan that levelled the series …

WebDesk · 2 Nov 2025 · 1 min read

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Usman Tariq achieves lifelong dream with T20I debut in Lahore

Lahore, 2 November 2025: Off-spinner Usman Tariq became the 124th player to represent Pakistan in T20 Internationals when he made his debut against South Africa at the Gaddafi Stadium in Lahore on Saturday. Usman, became only the sixth Pakistan player to make his T20I debut in Lahore, following Imad Wasim, Nauman Anwar, Haris Rauf, Ahsan …

WebDesk · 2 Nov 2025 · 1 min read

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ACC unveils Rising Stars T20 schedule; India-Pakistan showdown on November 16

Doha, 1 November 2025: Pakistan will face Oman in the opening match of the Asian Cricket Council’s (ACC) Rising Stars T20 Tournament in Doha on November 14, with the marquee India-Pakistan clash scheduled for November 16, the organisers announced Friday. The tournament, formerly known as the ACC Emerging Teams Asia Cup, will feature the ‘A’ …

WebDesk · 1 Nov 2025 · 2 min read

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Pakistan’s commanding record at Lahore’s Gaddafi Stadium

Lahore, 31 October 2025: The Gaddafi Stadium in Lahore has become one of Pakistan’s most recognisable cricketing fortresses in the T20I era, hosting 26 international matches since 2015. With 16 victories and 10 defeats, Pakistan have built a strong home record at the iconic venue, where passionate crowds, high-scoring thrillers and moments of history have …

WebDesk · 31 Oct 2025 · 2 min read

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Linde praises South Africa’s bowling effort after win over Pakistan in Rawalpindi

Lahore, 31 October 2025: South Africa all-rounder George Linde hailed his team’s disciplined bowling performance after their 55-run victory over Pakistan in the opening T20I at the Rawalpindi Cricket Stadium on Tuesday night. Linde starred with both bat and ball, scoring 36 runs and taking three wickets with his left-arm spin to help South Africa …

WebDesk · 31 Oct 2025 · 2 min read

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Greenberg warns of player pay ‘peril’ amid Cricket Australia’s financial strain

Melbourne, 30 October 2025: Cricket Australia chief executive Todd Greenberg warned Thursday that underpaying top men’s players could endanger the future of the national game, as the governing body grapples with financial cuts and an AUD$11.3 million deficit. Speaking after CA’s annual general meeting in Melbourne, Greenberg said the organization must balance tough financial decisions …

WebDesk · 30 Oct 2025 · 2 min read

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Saim Ayub: “I haven’t forgotten my intent – I’m still trying to dominate”

Rawalpindi, 29 October 2025: Even in defeat, Saim Ayub’s tone was measured, reflective yet firm. Pakistan had just gone down to South Africa by 55 runs in the first T20I at the Rawalpindi Cricket Stadium, a loss that left the hosts searching for answers after a disappointing all-round display. Saim, who contributed 37 runs and …

WebDesk · 30 Oct 2025 · 3 min read

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HBL extends title sponsorship of PSL for two more seasons

Karachi, 29 October 2025: The Pakistan Super League (PSL) and Habib Bank Limited (HBL) on Wednesday announced the extension of their long-standing partnership, with HBL retaining title sponsorship rights for the 11th and 12th editions of the league. PSL Chief Executive Officer Salman Naseer and HBL’s Chief Marketing and Communications Officer Ali Habib addressed a …

WebDesk · 29 Oct 2025 · 2 min read

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Trott says communication issues with ACB resolved ahead of Zimbabwe T20Is

Harare, 29 October 2025: Afghanistan head coach Jonathan Trott said any miscommunication between him and the Afghanistan Cricket Board (ACB) has been resolved following recent tension over team selection and communication lapses. Trott had earlier criticised the ACB for excluding him from the squad selection process and failing to maintain proper communication with top management …

WebDesk · 29 Oct 2025 · 2 min read

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Vaughan highlights role of 2002-03 Ashes in shaping his leadership

London, 28 October 2025: When Michael Vaughan was handed the England captaincy, his first thought was not triumph but uncertainty. “Once I got the captaincy, I thought, ‘what do I do?’” Vaughan told BBC Sport. “I looked back on the people I’d been captained by and the captains I’d played against. Steve Waugh was the …

WebDesk · 28 Oct 2025 · 4 min read

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Suryakumar confident ahead of T20I series against Australia

Canberra, 28 October 2025: India captain Suryakumar Yadav said his team is refreshed and ready to embrace the challenge of Australian conditions as they prepare for the five-match T20I series starting Wednesday. Speaking to reporters in Canberra, Suryakumar said the squad’s focus has shifted fully from past tournaments to adapting and performing in the present …

WebDesk · 28 Oct 2025 · 3 min read

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Hesson backs Babar’s return, stresses competition ahead of T20 World Cup

Rawalpindi, 28 October 2025: Pakistan’s white-ball head coach Mike Hesson said he fully supports Babar Azam’s return to the T20I squad and believes the batter will play a key role in the upcoming home series against South Africa, which begins Tuesday in Rawalpindi. Speaking to reporters on Sunday evening at the sidelines of a training …

WebDesk · 28 Oct 2025 · 3 min read

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Pakistan, South Africa set for three-match T20I series in Rawalpindi

Rawalpindi, 27 October 2025: Pakistan and South Africa will square off in a three-match Twenty20 international series beginning Tuesday at the Rawalpindi Cricket Stadium. The next two games are scheduled for Oct. 31 and Nov. 1 at Lahore’s Gaddafi Stadium. The toss for all three matches will be held at 7:30 p.m., with play starting …

WebDesk · 28 Oct 2025 · 2 min read

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Bavuma returns to lead South Africa in India Tests

Johannesburg, 27 October 2025: Temba Bavuma will return to lead South Africa’s Test side for the two-match series against India next month after recovering from a calf strain. The 34-year-old missed the start of South Africa’s World Test Championship campaign against Pakistan, having sustained the injury during the England tour in September. While he will …

WebDesk · 27 Oct 2025 · 2 min read

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Smith to lead Australia in First Ashes Test as Cummins ruled out

Perth, 27 October 2025: Australia captain Pat Cummins has been ruled out of the first Ashes Test in Perth, with Steve Smith set to lead the side in his absence. Cummins, 32, has been recovering from a back injury that flared up earlier this year. He said earlier this month he was “less than likely” …

WebDesk · 27 Oct 2025 · 2 min read

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Bangladesh target fifth straight T20I series win as West Indies hunt for redemption in Chattogram

Chattogram, 27 October 2025: With the one-day series done and dusted, Bangladesh clinching it 2-1 attention now shifts to the three-match T20I series beginning Monday in Chattogram. The hosts will look to extend their strong run in the shortest format, while the West Indies hope to reverse a troubling trend. Bangladesh eye fifth straight T20I …

WebDesk · 27 Oct 2025 · 2 min read

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“Thank You, Australia”: Rohit and Kohli Sign Off in Style at the SCG

Sydney, 26 October 2025: Under the glowing floodlights of the Sydney Cricket Ground, two of India’s greatest cricketers took a lap of honour that felt like a farewell. Rohit Sharma and Virat Kohli, pillars of Indian batting for more than a decade, signed off from Australia in fitting fashion, with a commanding victory and a …

WebDesk · 26 Oct 2025 · 3 min read

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Root shifts focus to mental preparation ahead of Ashes challenge

Auckland, 26 October 2025: Joe Root has yet to score a Test century in Australia, but the England batter believes a renewed focus on the mental side of his game could help end that drought and possibly guide his team to a long-awaited Ashes triumph. For one of England’s greatest run-scorers, Root’s record Down Under …

WebDesk · 26 Oct 2025 · 2 min read

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Pakistan players cleared to feature in Big Bash League after NOC concerns

Melbourne, 25 October 2025: Pakistan’s leading cricketers have been cleared to take part in Australia’s Big Bash League after initial uncertainty over the Pakistan Cricket Board’s policy on issuing No Objection Certificates (NOCs) for overseas tournaments. In late September, PCB chief operating officer Sumair Ahmad Syed had notified players and agents that the board would …

WebDesk · 25 Oct 2025 · 3 min read

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Jamieson ruled out of England ODIs with side stiffness

Wellington, 25 October 2025: New Zealand fast bowler Kyle Jamieson has been ruled out of the three-match ODI series against England starting Oct. 26 after experiencing stiffness in his left side during training on Saturday. Jamieson will return to Christchurch for further assessment, with hopes of regaining fitness ahead of the home series against the …

WebDesk · 25 Oct 2025 · 1 min read

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Shan Masood named Consultant for International Cricket and Players’ Affairs

Lahore, 25 October 2025: The Pakistan Cricket Board has appointed left-handed batter Shan Masood as Consultant for International Cricket and Players’ Affairs. Masood, 36, has represented Pakistan in 44 Tests, nine One-Day Internationals and 19 T20 Internationals, scoring 3,108 runs across formats, including six Test centuries. He has also captained Pakistan in 14 Tests, including …

WebDesk · 25 Oct 2025 · 1 min read

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Asif Afridi makes memorable debut with five-wicket haul

Rawalpindi, 23 October 2025: Left-arm spinner Asif Afridi marked his Test debut in style, becoming the 15th Pakistan bowler to take a five-wicket haul on debut. His feat came on the third day of the ongoing second Test against South Africa at the Rawalpindi Cricket Stadium. Asif’s figures also earned him a place in an …

WebDesk · 23 Oct 2025 · 1 min read

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Pant to lead India ‘A’ in comeback series against South Africa ‘A’

Mumbai, 21 October 2025: Rishabh Pant will return to competitive cricket later this month, captaining India A in two four-day matches against South Africa A in Bengaluru beginning Oct. 30. Pant received clearance to play from the BCCI’s Centre of Excellence after completing two stages of rehabilitation for the fractured foot he sustained during the …

WebDesk · 21 Oct 2025 · 2 min read

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Boland shrugs off Barbs as Ashes Test Looms

Melbourne, 21 October 2025: Scott Boland may be called on to bowl in all five Ashes Tests this summer, a challenge that will test both his endurance and resolve. But even before the first ball is bowled, the fast bowler is already handling the heat off the field. The Gulidjan man was in Melbourne on …

WebDesk · 21 Oct 2025 · 2 min read

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