Virat Kohli breaks Sachin Tendulkar's record with fastest 16,000 runs
Virat Kohli becomes the fastest batter to 16,000 List A runs, breaking Sachin Tendulkar’s record, as Rohit Sharma hits a blazing 155 in the Vijay Hazare Trophy.
Smith returns as Australia prepare an all-pace attack for Boxing Day test
Steve Smith returns for the Boxing Day Test against England, with Australia opting for an all-pace attack. Jhye Richardson makes a comeback after injury, while Usman Khawaja replaces Josh Inglis.
Key players to return as PCB prepares to announce T20 squad for Sri Lanka tour
PCB is set to announce Pakistan's T20 squad for the Sri Lanka tour. Shadab Khan and Haris Rauf are expected to return, with Maaz Sadaqat and Ahmed Daniyal also in contention. Matches are in January.
PSL all set for expansion as PCB receives 12 bids for two new teams
The bidders include investors from five countries — the United States, Australia, Canada, the United Arab Emirates and Pakistan — reflecting the league’s increasing recognition
Bihar smashes world record with 574 runs in Vijay Hazare Trophy clash in India
Bihar’s innings was headlined by a breathtaking knock from Vaibhav Suryavanshi, who smashed 190 runs off just 84 balls
Carey's masterclass standing up to the stumps wins Boland's trust
Carey's wicketkeeping masterclass has been a key factor in Australia's unassailable 3-0 lead in the five-match series and the 34-year-old was particularly impressive in the second Test at the Gabba
Injured Archer out of Ashes, England drop Pope from Boxing Day Test
Surrey seamer Gus Atkinson will replace Archer in an England side down 3-0 in the five-Test series and will be playing for pride in Melbourne and Sydney
Stokes says England player welfare his main priority
Stokes was peppered with questions ahead of the fourth Test in Melbourne about the team's behaviour at Noosa between the second and third Tests after British media reports compared it to a "stag-do"
Australia's Lyon determined to bounce back after surgery
The 38-year-old faces an extended period on the sidelines after damaging his right hamstring saving a boundary on day five of the third Ashes Test in Adelaide
Pakistan U-19 team departs for Zimbabwe to compete in tri-series, ICC World Cup
Pakistan U-19 team, led by Captain Farhan Yousaf, departs for Zimbabwe for the tri-series and ICC World Cup. The team recently won the ACC U-19 Asia Cup, with Sameer Minhas scoring 172
Key to probe England's 'stag-do' drinking on Ashes beach break
Rob Key pledged Tuesday to investigate whether players' drinking on a mid-Ashes beach break went too far, after reports said it had been like a "stag-do."
ICC pledges to fund US national team players ahead of T20 World Cup
The ICC says it’s ready to honour USAC's obligations to pay its contracted players and provide funding for its performance programme while it remained suspended.
Five wickets, one over: Gede Priandana scripts historic T20I moment for Indonesia
Indonesia fast bowler Gede Priandana creates T20I history by taking five wickets in a single over during a 60-run win over Cambodia in Bali.
Pakistan cricketer Sidra Nawaz ties the knot with Ghayas Khan
Sidra Nawaz, Pakistan Women's Cricket Team's wicketkeeper-batter, married Ghayas Khan in a ceremony in Lahore on December 23. Teammates attended the mehndi and mayoun celebrations.
Murphy replaces Lyon in Australia squad, Cummins out of rest of Ashes series
Todd Murphy, 25, has played seven Tests since his debut in India in 2023 and has long been considered the heir apparent to Lyon
Pakistan to move ICC over Indian players' unethical behaviour in U19 Asia Cup final
PCB to raise concerns with ICC over Indian players' unethical behavior in U-19 Asia Cup final. Chairman Naqvi emphasizes the importance of sportsmanship, while Sarfaraz Ahmed condemns the actions
Australia's Cummins, Lyon out of fourth Ashes Test
Australian skipper Pat Cummins and Nathan Lyon were Tuesday ruled out of the fourth Ashes Test against England with the veteran spinner facing surgery.
McCullum wants to stay as England coach despite Ashes drubbing
Brendon McCullum wants to stay in his job despite a chastening Ashes series defeat but admits his future is out of his hands.
Strauss says sacking Stokes and McCullum will not solve England's Ashes woes
Andrew Strauss has warned that removing coach Brendon McCullum and captain Ben Stokes will not be enough to change a "depressingly one-sided story" in Australia.
West Indies captain says he 'let the team down' in New Zealand Tests
New Zealand wrapped up the series victory with a 323-run win on the final day of the third Test at Mount Maunganui, after an earlier draw in Christchurch and a win in Wellington.
Pakistan U19 cricket heroes receive warm reception from Field Marshal Asim Munir at GHQ
Chief of Defence Forces Field Marshal Asim Munir met Pakistan’s U19 Asia Cup-winning cricket team, praising their discipline, teamwork, and historic triumph.
PM Shehbaz announces Rs10m prize for each U-19 Asia Cup winner
The premier congratulated the team and management on their brilliant victory against India. PCB Chairman Mohsin Naqvi and federal ministers also attended the function
ACC takes key decisions to strengthen cricket in Asia
ACC Chairman Mohsin Naqvi chaired a meeting in Dubai, praising the Under-19 Asia Cup's success and approving high-performance centers in Asia to boost cricket development and youth training
Five-wicket Duffy prompts West Indies collapse as NZ win series 2-0
The hosts set a target of 462 and bowled out the tourists for 138, wrapping up the innings in just four overs after tea following a dramatic collapse either side of lunch
Williamson says 'series by series' call on New Zealand Test future
The Black Caps' finest ever batsman, boasting 9,461 Test runs to his name at an average of 54.7, said Sunday he will ask himself whether it's his last Test as his team in Mount Maunganui.
U19 Asia Cup champions return home to hero's welcome
The young champions were greeted by fans who were cheering and dancing to drumbeats, singing patriotic songs and showering rose petals on the young heroes as they emerged from the airport.
Cummins, Lyon doubts for Melbourne after 'hugely satsfying' Ashes
Cummins said retaining the Ashes after just three Tests was "hugely satisfying" and vowed no letup in Melbourne while casting doubt on whether he and Nathan Lyon would play.
PCB announces Rs5m reward for each player of U-19 Asia Cup winning team
Sources report that the PCB chairman declared a cash reward of Rs 5 million for each player of the team that defeated India.
'It sucks': Stokes vows England will bounce back after losing Ashes
Their capitulation over three Tests is a far cry from the pre-Ashes hype that promised a hard-fought series, with Australia proving better in all departments
West Indies 43-0, need 419 more to win after Conway joins elite
Brandon King was on 37 and John Campbell two not out off 50 balls as the West Indies began a record chase after being set a target of 462
Pakistan thrash India by 191 runs to clinch Under-19 Asia Cup
Chasing a daunting target, the Indian side bowled out for 156 runs.
Australia beat England by 82 runs and retain Ashes
Mitchell Starc removed Will Jacks for 47 to a superb catch by Marnus Labuschagne in front of wicketkeeper to seal the fate of the visitors
Under-19 Asia Cup Final: Pakistan set to face India in Dubai showdown
Pakistan and India will face each other in the Under-19 Asia Cup final in Dubai on Sunday, with the match scheduled to start at 10am Pakistan time
Dasun Shanaka replaces Charith Asalanka as Sri Lanka's T20 captain ahead of World Cup
Dasun Shanaka has been appointed Sri Lanka’s T20 captain ahead of the upcoming World Cup, with the 25-member preliminary squad confirmed.
Gill dropped, Kishan back for India's T20 World Cup title defence
The same squad will play a five-match home T20 series against New Zealand next month
Australia all out for 349, set England 435 to win 3rd Ashes Test
Travis Head slammed 170 and Alex Carey 72 before Australia were all out for 349 Saturday, setting England the ominous task of scoring 435 to win the third Test.
India beat South Africa by 30 runs to win T20 series 3-1
South Africa began the tour with a stunning 2-0 triumph in the Test series but the white ball contests proved disappointing as they also lost the one-day series 2-1 and T20 series 3-1.
England need to produce something magical to save Ashes, says bowling coach
England struggled to remove Australia's batters, with captain Stokes having opted not to bowl in second innings and part-time spinner Jacks hit for 107 runs with just one wicket as reward
PCB set to take control of Multan Sultans after ownership agreement expires
In November, Multan Sultans owner Ali Tareen announced on social media that he was stepping away from the franchise.
Pakistan to face India in U-19 Asia Cup final after crushing Bangladesh
Pakistan and India set up a blockbuster U-19 Asia Cup 2025 final in Dubai after emphatic semifinal wins over Bangladesh and Sri Lanka.
Dominant Head moves into Bradman territory with fourth Adelaide ton
Head joined rarified company with only three other Australians notching centuries in four successive Tests at the same venue
Openers lead West Indies fightback after New Zealand declare on 575-8
A late flurry of hitting from Ravindra, who made 75, and recalled spinner Patel, who lofted two sixes in the final over before ending on 30 from 30 balls, saw New Zealand through to a daunting total
Australia's Head slams unbeaten 142 to crush England's Ashes hopes
The hosts were 271-4 at stumps on day three of the third Test with Head on 142 and first-innings century-maker Alex Carey not out 52, taking the five-match series out of England's reach
England all out for 286, trail Australia by 85 in 3rd Test
Ben Stokes hit a gritty 83 as England were dismissed for 286 in their first innings of the must-win third Ashes Test against Australia on Friday.
New Zealand Cricket chief quits after split over new T20 league
The boss of New Zealand cricket resigned on Friday after a long and bitter dispute with players and member associations over the future of T20 cricket in the country.
'Never enough': Conway leans on McKenzie wisdom in epic 300 stand
Devon Conway and Latham combined for a 323-run opening stand on day one of the third Test against the West Indies in Mount Maunganui, on Thursday.
Pakistan to face West Indies in two-Test World Test Championship series in 2026
Pakistan will tour West Indies from July 15 to August 7, 2026, for a two-match ICC World Test Championship series in Trinidad, including a four-day warm-up at the Brian Lara Cricket Academy.
Lyon surpasses McGrath to become Australia's second-highest Test wicket-taker
During the third Ashes Test being played in Adelaide, Nathan Lyon took two wickets in his very first over to achieve this feat
Pakistan squad for Under-19 World Cup, tri-nation series announced
Farhan Yousaf will continue to lead the Pakistan Under-19 team. One change has been made to the squad, with Umar Zaib included in place of Mohammad Huzifa.
Italy drop Australian-born skipper who helped seal maiden T20 World Cup berth
Burns captained the side that booked a maiden T20 World Cup berth in July through European qualifiers, setting up the nation's tournament debut in India and Sri Lanka from February 7
England unhappy with review technology after Carey reprieved in Adelaide Test
The wicketkeeper, who ended up scoring 106 and celebrating his first Ashes ton at his home, later admitted to feeling a "bit of a feather" off his bat when he wafted at a Tongue delivery when on 72
Masterful Conway, Latham in 323 opening stand as West Indies wilt
Conway ended the day 178 not out and captain Latham was out just before the close for 137. It was only the eighth time New Zealand had registered a stand in excess of 300 in Tests
Snicko operator admits error that led to Carey's Ashes reprieve
The operator of the Snicko technology being used in the Ashes has admitted an error led to a reprieve for Australia's Alex Carey on the first day of the third Test in Adelaide.
Fourth T20 between South Africa and India abandoned due to fog
The toss was scheduled for 6:30pm local time (1300 GMT) but never took place despite several pitch inspections at the Ekana Stadium. The umpires eventually called off the match at 9:30pm.
Saim Ayub retains top spot in ICC T20 all-rounders rankings
ICC’s latest player rankings confirm Saim Ayub’s continued dominance among T20 all-rounders alongside notable movements in Test and T20 lists
England unhappy with review technology after Carey reprieved in Adelaide test
England were frustrated as Alex Carey survived a caught-behind appeal in the Ashes after review technology failed to confirm an apparent edge. Carey went on to score 106, leading Australia to 326/8.
Emotional Carey slams ton to give Australia upper hand in 3rd Ashes Test
Batting after captain Pat Cummins won the toss as temperatures topped 36 Celsius at Adelaide Oval, the hosts were 326-8 at stumps on day one after the shock of Steve Smith being ruled out with illness
Javed Miandad discharged after precautionary heart check-up in Karachi
After conducting necessary tests, doctors performed an angiography and, upon reviewing the results, declared him healthy.
West Indies hope Christmas comes early in must-win New Zealand Test
The visitors trail 1-0 after being thrashed by nine wickets last week in Wellington and have not won in their previous seven Tests
Pakistan pacer Abbas signs contract with Derbyshire for County Championship
Mohammad Abbas has signed a two-year contract with Derbyshire for the County Championship. Coach Mickey Arthur praised Abbas's wicket-taking ability and experience, benefiting younger players
Khawaja revels in late lifeline as Australia 194-5 in 3rd Ashes Test
Khawaja, who missed the second Test in Brisbane after suffering back spasms in Perth, grabbed his chance in a stoic knock after being handed a reprieve when dropped on five
Players pay tribute to Bondi victims at Ashes Test
A moment of silence was observed before the third Ashes Test with players from Australia and England wearing black armbands to mark the tragic mass shooting at Sydney's Bondi Beach.
Azhar Mahmood ends coaching stint with Pakistan Test side
Azhar Mahmood’s contract was due to run until March 2026, but with no Tests in the calendar until March-April next year, a mutual decision has been taken to end the stint now
Pakistan cricket in 2025: A year of highs and lows
Here’s a comprehensive look at Pakistan cricket in the year 2025, highlighting team performances, captaincy changes, and standout individual achievements
Pakistan crush UAE by 70 runs to reach Under-19 Asia Cup semis
Pakistan beat UAE by 70 runs to reach the Under-19 Asia Cup semifinals, with key contributions from Ahmed Hussain and Abdul Subhan.
Cameron Green becomes IPL's most expensive overseas player
Australian all-rounder Cameron Green becomes IPL’s most expensive overseas player, bought by Kolkata Knight Riders for ₹25.2 crore ahead of IPL 2026
PSL 2026 to showcase 44 matches over 39 days
PSL 2026 will run from March 26 to May 3 with 44 matches across 5 cities. Eight teams will compete in a single-league format, with a Super Four stage leading to exciting playoffs.
Khawaja left out as Australia's Cummins, Lyon back for 3rd Ashes Test
Usman Khawaja was overlooked for the third Ashes Test in Adelaide on Wednesday as Australia skipper Pat Cummins and veteran Nathan Lyon were named to make their return.
Stokes calls on England to 'show a bit of dog' in must-win Adelaide Test
Ben Stokes has called on England to "show a bit of dog" in the must-win third Ashes Test against Australia on Wednesday.
Security beefed up for Ashes Test after Bondi shooting
Police armed with rifles will be part of a beefed up security presence at the third Test between Australia and England at Adelaide Oval.
England seek their own Bradman in bid for historic Ashes comeback
Donald Bradman's Australians, in the 1936/37 Ashes, are the only team to have come from 2-0 down to win a five-match series in the entire 148-year history of Test cricket.
Shoaib Akhtar joins Dhaka Capitals as mentor for BPL 2025
Shoaib Akhtar, the former Pakistani fast bowler, has arrived in Dhaka to join Dhaka Capitals as a mentor for BPL. His experience and leadership are expected to strengthen the team's preparations.
Ajaz Patel, Blundell back in New Zealand squad for third Test
Ajaz Patel is in line to play his first Test match in more than a year, and his first home Test in more than five years.
India beat South Africa to take T20 series lead
India beat South Africa by seven wickets in the third T20 international on Sunday as the hosts took a 2-1 lead in the five-match series.
PSL 11 set to start from March 26
PCB Chairman Mohsin Naqvi has announced that Pakistan Super League season 11 will be held from March 26 to May 3, 2026.
Green says no complacency as Australia aim to seal Ashes in Adelaide
The odds are stacked in Australia's favour on home soil after eight-wicket wins in Perth and Brisbane, with England winless Down Under since their 2010-11 tour
McCullum admits England have been 'nowhere near' their best
McCullum confirmed they would stick with the same top seven, keeping under-fire Ollie Pope at number three rather than bring in Jacob Bethell
India beat Pakistan by 90 runs in Under-19 Asia Cup 2025
Chasing a target of 241, Pakistan’s Under-19 cricket team was bowled out for 150 in the 42nd over.
Pakistan cricketers reach New York for PSL roadshow event
Pakistani cricketers have arrived in New York for the PSL roadshow, following the London event. Players like Shan Masood, Faheem Ashraf, and Wasim Akram will engage with fans ahead of the new season
Hazlewood not done with test cricket despite Ashes disappointment
Hazlewood intends to continue playing international cricket in all formats despite missing the entire Ashes series because of injury.
England bowling great Anderson named as Lancashire captain
The country's all-time leading Test wicket-taker, James Anderson, made his first-class debut for Lancashire in 2002 and has continued to play for the county since his international retirement in 2024.
Pakistan U19 Women clinch T20 series in Dhaka with decisive 6-wicket win
Pakistan Women’s U19 sealed a 3-2 T20 series victory against Bangladesh after a commanding six-wicket win in the decisive match in Cox’s Bazar.
Major blow for IPL as Indian cricket league loses $2.4bn in brand value
The Indian Premier League’s brand value has dropped by 20% to $9.6 billion as major franchises witness steep declines and star players opt out of the 2026 season.
Year-ender: Cricketers who hung up their boots in 2025
The year 2025 has been a landmark period in international cricket, witnessing the retirement of several high-profile players from across the globe.
New Zealand romp to victory over West Indies in second test
Jacob Duffy took 5 for 38 as New Zealand bowled out West Indies for 128, setting a target of 56 runs. New Zealand won by nine wickets to take a 1-0 series lead with one match remaining.
Pakistan seal record win against Malaysia in U19 Asia Cup opener
Pakistan crush Malaysia by 297 runs in U19 Asia Cup opener, highlighted by centuries from Sameer Minhas and Ahmed Hussain.
De Kock stars as South Africa win big to level India T20 series
South Africa registered a convincing 51-run win over India in the second T20 international and level the series on Thursday.
No Pakistani cricketer featured in ICC ticket poster for 2026 T20 World Cup
ICC draws criticism after releasing its T20 World Cup 2025 ticket poster without featuring any Pakistani player.
ICC T20 World Cup 2026 tickets go on sale - details inside
The historic 10th edition of T20 World Cup will be co-hosted by India and Sri Lanka, with matches scheduled from February 7 to March 8
Hay fifty on debut helps put New Zealand on top in West Indies Test
The Black Caps were 278 all out with about an hour to play in the final session, after the West Indies scored 205 at the Basin Reserve. Hay scored 61 from 93 deliveries, fitting nine fours and a six
New Zealand lose Tickner as West Indies all out for 205
New Zealand were 24-0 at the close of play on day one of the second Test after bowling the West Indies out for 205 in 75 overs.
ICC rankings: Rohit Sharma takes No 1 ODI spot, Kohli climbs to second
ICC released a fresh round of player rankings, triggering major reshuffles across all formats and igniting new storylines as teams gear up for a busy calendar
Pakistan U19 departs for Dubai to feature in Asia Cup
Pakistan U19 team has departed for Dubai to compete in the ACC U19 Asia Cup from 12-21 December. They will face Malaysia, India, and UAE in Group A, aiming for consistent performances.
PCB issues NOCs to nine players for Bangladesh Premier League
PCB has granted NOCs to nine national cricketers, including Nawaz, Ashraf, and Farhan, for the Bangladesh Premier League. The tournament will run from December 26 to January 24.
Hazlewood out of Ashes, Cummins confirmed for Adelaide
Hazlewood will miss the entire series after picking up an Achilles issue and will now target the T20 World Cup for a comeback.
Pandya blitz helps India thrash South Africa in T20 opener
Hardik Pandya struck an unbeaten 59 and took a key wicket as India thrashed South Africa by 101 runs in the first T20 international.
PCB to host PSL matches in Muzaffarabad, stadium set for major upgrade
Pakistan Cricket Board announces PSL matches in Muzaffarabad with stadium upgrades and plans for international fixtures.
Abhishek Sharma becomes Pakistan's most-searched cricketer in 2025
Google’s “Year in Search 2025 report” revealed that cricket once again topped the list of most-searched topics in the country.
Australian security team arrives in Lahore to review arrangements for T20 tour
A Cricket Australia security team has arrived in Lahore to assess venues and security for the upcoming T20 tour of Pakistan. The series, scheduled for next month, is expected to be played in Lahore.
Henry, Santner, Nathan Smith ruled out of rest of West Indies Test series
Uncapped seam-bowling allrounder Kristian Clarke called up as reinforcement; Glenn Phillips and Daryl Mitchell included in squad.
PCB chief announces new stadium plans at PSL Roadshow in London
PCB chairman Mohsin Naqvi announced new cricket stadiums in Islamabad and Muzaffarabad during the PSL Roadshow at Lord’s, attended by leading cricketers, investors, and global partners.
Former England captains unleash scathing verdict as Ashes dream crumbles
Former skipper Michael Atherton delivered a brutal assessment of England's predicament, saying that optimism was now futile with Australia set to welcome back their key players
'We trained too much': McCullum blames England's training overdose for Ashes loss
McCullum revealed his team may have been victims of their own thoroughness, conducting "five to 10 training sessions" in the extended break between Tests after losing the opener inside two days
Bangladesh's Shakib wants home farewell series before ending career
Considered the greatest cricketer ever produced by Bangladesh, Shakib left the country after the toppling of the Sheikh Hasina-led government last year
Resilient Australia 'adapt on the go' to close in on Ashes glory
The hosts are firmly in the box seat against a ragged England after winning the first two Tests at Perth and Brisbane, both by eight wickets
'Not a place for weak men': Stokes demands more from under-fire England
Stokes was particularly critical of England crumbling in pressure moments, in contrast to Australia who have been able to dig deep and get the upper hand
Australia dominate World Test Championship points table, Pakistan 4th
Australia beat England by 8 wickets in the second Ashes Test, leading 2-0 in the series. They remain unbeaten in the World Test Championship, with Pakistan ranked 4th, as England dropped to 7th
Babar Azam leads star-studded PSL 2026 Roadshow at Lord's
The PSL 2026 London Roadshow kicked off today at Lord’s Cricket Ground, featuring star players and officials as Pakistan cricket highlights its expansion plans and international reach.
Salman Ali Agha rules out big squad shake-up before T20 World Cup
Salman said the existing combination will continue, as all players have been given clearly defined roles.
Australia defeat England by 8 wickets to go 2-0 up in Ashes series
England were 193 for six at tea on day four, leading Australia by 16 runs, as Stokes and Jacks rode their luck against the hosts' relentless pace bowlers on another steamy afternoon at the Gabba
Australia skipper Cummins 'good to go' for Adelaide Test
The 32-year-old pace spearhead has not played since picking up the issue against the West Indies mid-year
England's Archer takes pillow to second Ashes Test in 'shocking look'
Archer was pictured arriving at the Gabba in Brisbane with the pillow for day three on Saturday when Australia resumed at 378-6 in reply to England's first innings 334
Defiant West Indies secure draw against Black Caps in Christchurch
The West Indies’ second innings of 457-6 was the highest fourth-innings score since tests have been limited to five days
Starc shines with bat and ball to push Australia to brink of Gabba win
Starc made 77 in a sparkling 141-ball knock to help Australia to a 177-run lead before working his magic with the pink ball
India beat South Africa to seal three-match ODI series
Young opener Jaiswal led India's bowling charge with an unbeaten century
London gears up for PSL spectacle tomorrow with Babar Azam among leading stars
Babar Azam and leading cricket figures to join the Pakistan Super League’s landmark London Roadshow at Lord’s tomorrow.
Joe Root breaks Asad Shafiq's record with brilliant century in Brisbane
Joe Root broke Asad Shafiq's 9-year-old record with a brilliant 138 in the ongoing Ashes series, becoming the highest run-scorer in day-night Tests on Australian soil, surpassing Shafiq's 137.
Root says England still 'well and truly' in second Ashes Test
Joe Root said England were "well and truly" still in the day-night second Ashes Test despite Australia seizing a 44-run lead on day two Friday in Brisbane.
Australia race clear of England to seize control of second Ashes Test
Australia seized a 44-run lead over England in the day-night second Ashes Test in Brisbane on Friday, with aggressive opener Jake Weatherald and Steve Smith leading the charge.
Karachi Blues clinch Quaid-e-Azam Trophy title with dominant win over Sialkot
Karachi Blues won the Quaid-e-Azam Trophy, beating Sialkot by 218 runs as Saqib Khan starred with five wickets and Saad Baig dominated the tournament awards.
ICC penalises Fakhar Zaman for showing dissent in tri-nation series final against Sri Lanka
Pakistan’s Fakhar Zaman has been fined 10 percent of his match fee and handed a demerit point for showing dissent at an umpire’s decision during the Tri-Series final against Sri Lanka.
Mohammad Nawaz nominated for ICC Player of the Month award
Mohammad Nawaz, Simon Harmer, and Taijul Islam are nominated for ICC Men’s Player of the Month. Nawaz excelled in Pakistan’s tri-series and Harmer dominated in South Africa’s Test series win.
Jake Weatherald fires up as Australia race to 130-1 in second Ashes Test
Weatherald, in only his second Test, slammed 10 fours and a six as he made a composed maiden Test half-century. Head, Australia's hero in the first Perth Test, was the only wicket to fall, out for 33
England all out for 334 in first innings in second Ashes Test
Joe Root finally scored his maiden Test century in Australia on his fourth Ashes tour to guide England from a precarious 5-2 to 325-9 at stumps on Thursday
West Indies on the ropes in record run chase against New Zealand
Wearing sunglasses after suffering an eye infection, Hope made 116 not out and forged a 140-run stand with Greaves for the unbroken fifth wicket against New Zealand
Lyon 'absolutely filthy' at being dropped for Ashes Test
The 140-Test veteran was omitted in favour of an all-pace attack for the day-night clash in Brisbane, and only learned his fate two hours before the toss on Thursday.
Root's superb first ton in Australia guides England to 325-9
Root scored his maiden Test century in Australia on his fourth Ashes tour to guide England from a precarious 5-2 to 325-9 at stumps after a pulsating first day of the second Ashes Test.
Mitchell Starc breaks Wasim Akram's record for most Test wickets
Mitchell Starc has overtaken Wasim Akram’s record for most Test wickets by a left-arm fast bowler, reaching 415 wickets. He achieved the milestone during the Ashes Test at the Gabba
England's Wood a doubt for third Ashes Test due to knee injury
Wood was ruled out of the ongoing second Test in Brisbane after pulling up sore following Australia's eight-wicket win in the series-opener in Perth
Mohammad Nawaz emerges as Pakistan's top T20 performer in 2025
Mohammad Nawaz has been Pakistan's top T20 performer in 2025, with 36 wickets and 362 runs in 26 matches. He was named Player of the Series four times, excelling with both bat and ball
England battle to 196 4 Starc takes third wicket
England number four Root was 68 not out in a watchful, 129-ball knock, with captain Ben Stokes on 14 and the match was delicately poised before the testing night session
Ravindra, Latham tons put New Zealand in command of West Indies Test
The pair put on 279 for the third wicket before Latham was out for 145. Ravindra followed soon after for 176. They set a New Zealand-best third wicket partnership against the West Indies
Markram ton helps South Africa level ODI series against India
Virat Kohli's second successive century went in vain after South Africa achieved the target with four balls and four wickets to spare in the second one-day international in Raipur on Wednesday.
Pakistan announces full T20I schedule for Sri Lanka tour
Pakistan confirm a three-match T20I tour of Sri Lanka in January 2026 as preparation for the ICC Men’s T20 World Cup
Saim Ayub regains top spot in ICC T20I All-Rounder Rankings
Saim Ayub reclaims the No.1 spot in ICC T20I all-rounder rankings after Pakistan's tri-series win. Teammates Abrar Ahmed and Mohammad Nawaz also rise in T20I rankings following the triumph
Stokes 'hit hard' by death of England batting great Smith
Stokes, speaking on the eve of the second Ashes Test in Brisbane, said although he didn't know Smith well, it was a sad time for all of English cricket
Sialkot Region trail Karachi Blues in Quaid-e-Azam Trophy final
Mohsin Riaz scored 71, while Abdullah Shafique was out after making 32 runs. Abdul Rehman contributed 14 and Mohammad Huraira nine. Hamza Nazar was unbeaten on 62, and Hasan Ali on 29
Pakistan makes major strides in modern cricket with 235 T20 sixes in 2025
Pakistan’s T20 team showed major progress in 2025, hitting 235 sixes in 34 matches—an improved rate of one every 16 balls. With Mike Hesson’s influence, the team won 21 games
Five-wicket Duffy puts New Zealand on top against West Indies
Once the forgotten man of New Zealand domestic cricket, Duffy found himself the enforcer in only his second Test. "It's my second Test, the first at home, and it feels really cool to get a 'five-for'"
Stokes prefers media heat in Australia to 'miserable, cold' England
Stokes and others players were this week snapped riding electric scooters around Brisbane without helmets, prompting a front-page "Pommy Idiots" headline from the city's Courier-Mail newspaper
PSL to host landmark roadshow at Lord's Cricket Ground
The Pakistan Super League (PSL) will host a landmark Roadshow at Lord's Cricket Ground, showcasing its growth and future expansion. The event will attract investors, partners, and fans globally
England spinner Jacks replaces injured Wood for second Ashes Test
Off-spinner Will Jacks has replaced the injured Mark Wood in the England side for the day-night second Ashes Test against Australia at Brisbane's Gabba.
Australia opener Khawaja out of second Ashes Test with injury
Australia opening batsman Usman Khawaja was on Tuesday ruled out of the second Ashes Test against England with the back injury.
Former England cricketer Robin Smith dies at 62, remembered as Charismatic Hampshire hero
Robin Smith, former England batsman and Hampshire cricket legend, dies aged 62 in Australia. Tributes highlight his fearless batting, charisma, and lasting legacy in cricket.
PCB announces T20 series schedule against Sri Lanka ahead of World Cup 2026
Pakistan’s cricket team will tour Sri Lanka in January 2026 for a three-match T20 series in Dambulla. The tour is seen as a key warm-up for the T20 World Cup scheduled in India and Sri Lanka from Feb
Glenn Maxwell announces exit from IPL
Glenn Maxwell announced he will not participate in the IPL this season, expressing gratitude for past seasons. His decision follows similar moves by Faf du Plessis and Moeen Ali, who will play in PSL
Weight of history against England in pink-ball Gabba Ashes Test
England have not won a Test in Australia since their 2010-11 tour, losing 14 and drawing two. Moreover, they have not triumphed at the Gabba for 39 years and have lost all three previous day-nighters
Williamson falls for 52 as NZ reach 231-9 in West Indies Test
The West Indies took four wickets in the middle session to leave New Zealand 231-9 at stumps on a rain-shortened day one of the first Test
Farhan Yousaf to lead Pakistan in ACC U19 Asia Cup
Farhan Yousaf will captain Pakistan U19 for the ACC U19 Asia Cup in Dubai from 12-21 December. Pakistan is in Group A with India, and will use the event to prepare for the 2026 U19 World Cup
Boycott urges England to 'use their brains' in quest to level Ashes
England fell 1-0 down in the five-match series following a humiliating eight-wicket loss to Australia inside two days in last month's first Test in Perth
England star Moeen Ali confirms PSL comeback after 4-year break
England’s Moeen Ali confirms his return to the Pakistan Super League after four years, praising its high quality, passionate crowds and new era of expansion
Australia stun unbeaten Pakistan to lift Over-40 T20 World Cup in Karachi
Australia defeated unbeaten Pakistan by seven wickets in Karachi to win the Over-40 T20 World Cup, with standout performances and award winners highlighted in a packed National Bank Stadium.
11 Pakistani cricketers to feature in Bangladesh Premier League
The BPL 2025–26 is scheduled to begin on December 26. Rangpur Riders have secured Khawaja Nafay and Sufyan Maqeem while Rajshahi Warriors will field Sahibzada Farhan, Mohammad Nawaz and Jehandad Khan
Labuschagne backs under fire Khawaja ahead of second Ashes Test
Khawaja struggled with back spasms during Australia's dramatic victory over England in the series opener in Perth, failing to open either innings and contributing only two runs to his team's cause
Carse says England bowlers have plans to tackle Head in Brisbane
Head opened in place of the injured Usman Khawaja in second innings and the aggressive left-hander made a century in 69 balls – the second-fastest in Ashes history – en route to a match-winning 123
Pakistan team's support staff goes on holiday break before Sri Lanka tour
Pakistan's head coach Mike Hesson and foreign support staff, including coaches Noffke, McDermott, Deacon, and Luden, have left for holidays and will rejoin the team after New Year.
Head prepared to open again for Australia after heroics in first Ashes Test
Head smashed a century in 69 balls, the second fastest in Ashes history, on his way to a match-winning 123 runs after being drafted in as a late replacement for Usman Khawaja
Williamson bolsters New Zealand for West Indies Test series
The 35-year-old sat out New Zealand's only other Tests this year – a 2-0 series win in Zimbabwe in August – but has a formidable Test record against the West Indies
Root questions need for pink-ball Ashes Test
Head swats aside criticism: "Pink ball, white ball, red ball… Who really cares?"
Kohli scores century as India edge South Africa by 17 runs in Ranchi thriller
Virat Kohli's record-extending 52nd one-day international century laid the groundwork for India's 17-run win over South Africa on Sunday
Rohit Sharma breaks Shahid Afridi's record for most sixes in ODI cricket
Pakistani all-rounder Shahid Afridi, who retired from ODI cricket in 2015, had hit 351 sixes in 398 matches
India's focus now on winning ODI series, says captain Rahul
Rahul, 33, was named captain for the start of the three-match ODI series as regular India skipper Shubman Gill nurses a neck issue. "We're focusing on the game tomorrow," he told reporters in Ranchi
England's Wood likely to miss second Ashes Test due to sore knee, reports say
The 35-year-old told Fox Cricket during the first Test that he would definitely not play all five matches in the Ashes series
Salman Ali Agha leads Pakistan to record 21 T20 wins in a year
Pakistan sets a new national record with 21 T20 wins in 2025 after defeating Sri Lanka in the Tri-Series final led by Salman Ali Agha
Former South Africa captain leaves IPL to embrace Pakistan Super League challenge
Former South African captain Faf du Plessis withdraws from IPL to join the upcoming Pakistan Super League season as the tournament expands with new franchises.
Cricketer jailed for assault, phone robbery
Papua New Guinea cricketer Kiplin Doriga gets three-year jail term in Jersey for assaulting a woman and stealing her phone during the ICC Challenge League.
Pakistan beat Sri Lanka by 4 wickets to win T20 Tri-Nation Series title
Pakistan chased down 118 runs to beat Sri Lanka by four wickets and win the T20 Tri-Nation Series final in Rawalpindi.
PCB sets bidding fees for new PSL teams
PCB has set bidding fees for two new PSL franchises: a refundable $200,000 security fee and a non-refundable $20,000 fee. The bid deadline is December 15, with serious buyers expected.
Australia set to face Zimbabwe in three ODIs in 2026
The series will be tagged onto the tour of South Africa although ZC had also held out hope for a Test match
T20 Tri-Nation Series trophy unveiled ahead of Pakistan-Sri Lanka final
The tri-nation T20 series trophy has been unveiled ahead of the Pakistan-Sri Lanka final in Rawalpindi tomorrow
Lions no more, India's Test team appear vulnerable on home soil
India did not lose a home Test series for 12 years until New Zealand whitewashed them 3-0 late last year, and recent South Africa's 2-0 victory has delivered another almighty shock to home fans
India's Sharma most expensive player in WPL auction, Aussie skipper Healy goes unsold
UP Warriorz used a "right to match" option to equal Delhi Capitals' bid of 32 million rupees ($358,000) to re-sign 28-year-old Sharma on Thursday
Australia captain Cummins, Hazlewood to miss another Ashes test
Australia's squad for the second Ashes Test in Brisbane remains unchanged, with Pat Cummins and Josh Hazlewood sidelined due to injury. Steve Smith will captain, with Travis Head retaining his spot
Head feared riling England's quicks during Perth onslaught
Emergency opener climbed onto the offensive against one of the fastest attacks in England's history.
Narrow defeat for Pakistan as Sri Lanka seal spot in Tri-Nation Series Final
Sri Lanka defeated Pakistan by six runs in Rawalpindi to set up a rematch in Saturday’s tri-nation series final.
Bavuma savours South Africa's 'dream' win, Pant rues India's home woes
Despite being the reigning world champions, few expected South Africa to dominate India in the way they did - winning the series opener in Kolkata inside three days and then beating them by 408 runs
Ashes candidate Renshaw backs Khawaja to retain opening slot for Australia
Renshaw has played 14 Tests for Australia and has mounted a strong case for selection with scores of 128, 29, 101 and 51 before his latest century
Perth Stadium make biggest food donation after two-day Ashes Test
The match ended in two days allowing the stadium to donate food to schools, charities and women's refuges, Western Australia's Deputy Premier Rita Saffioti wrote on Instagram
India's young batters need more time, Gambhir says after record Test loss
Gambhir's own coaching style also faced heavy criticism as India's batters folded for 201 or less in every innings in the two-match series
Ashes pitch rated 'very good' after two-day Test in Perth
The ICC match referee gave the surface a "very good" rating, denoting good carry, limited seam movement and consistent early bounce despite the rapid finish to the series-opener
South Africa prove again they can win the hard way, and anywhere
By picking for conditions, not reputations, South Africa engineered a rare and hard-earned run of subcontinent success.
Aiden Markram breaks world record with 9 catches as South Africa humble India
Aiden Markram sets a new world record with nine catches as South Africa defeat India by 408 runs to seal a historic series win
Pakistan vs India match on Dec 14 as U-19 Asia Cup schedule announced
The ACC has announced the 2025 Men's U-19 Asia Cup schedule, to be held in Dubai from Dec 12-21. Pakistan and India will clash on Dec 14, with the final on Dec 21. Exciting competition expected.
'Amateurish' England lashed for skipping pink-ball warm-up
England have been slammed as "amateurish" after their main stars opted to skip a pink-ball tour game despite being crushed by Australia in the first Ashes Test.
South Africa condemn India to biggest home Test loss for series sweep
World Test champions South Africa bowled out a dismal India for 140 in a mammoth chase of 549 on day five in Guwahati for a 2-0 Test sweep
Islamabad United, Peshawar Zalmi and Quetta Gladiators commit to 10-year PSL deals
Islamabad United, Peshawar Zalmi and Quetta Gladiators renew their PSL franchise agreements for ten years.
Ali Tareen steps down as Multan Sultans owner
Ali Tareen has stepped down as the owner of Multan Sultans, while sharing his love for the team and South Punjab.
Rohit Sharma named brand ambassador for ICC Men's T20 World Cup 2026
Rohit Sharma has been named the ICC Men’s T20 World Cup 2026 ambassador, the first active player to hold the role
ICC Men's T20 World Cup 2026: Pakistan to face India in Colombo
ICC Men’s T20 World Cup 2026 will be co-hosted by India and Sri Lanka, with eight venues, four groups, and key matches including Pakistan vs India in Colombo.
Sri Lanka crush Zimbabwe by 9 wickets for first T20 Tri-Nation Series win
Sri Lanka secured their first tri-series win by defeating Zimbabwe by nine wickets, led by Pathum Nissanka’s unbeaten 98.
Karachi Kings extend PSL franchise with 10-year deal
Karachi Kings have renewed their PSL franchise agreement, committing to the league for the next decade.
Zimbabwe and Sri Lanka clash for final spot in tri-nation series today
Zimbabwe faces Sri Lanka today in a crucial T20I match, with the winner securing a spot in the final. Zimbabwe aims to replicate their 67-run win over Sri Lanka, while Pakistan is already in the final
South Africa set India 549 to win Guwahati Test
South Africa declared their second innings at 260-5 on day four of the second and final Test in Guwahati. Tristan Stubbs (94) was the top scorer for the visitors
Hazlewood back bowling in big Ashes boost for Australia
Hazlewood had not been seen since tweaking his hamstring in a Sheffield Shield clash six days before the opening Test in Perth
Jansen takes six as South Africa close on historic Test series win
After winning the first Test in the two-match series in Kolkata, South Africa are closing on a first series win in India since Hansie Cronje's team triumphed in 2000.
Lahore Qalandars extend PSL partnership for another 10 years
Lahore Qalandars have renewed their Pakistan Super League contract for 10 more years, strengthening their partnership with the PCB
Pakistan vs Australia ODI series likely to be rescheduled
The three-match ODI series between Pakistan and Australia, initially scheduled for March 2026, is likely to be rescheduled. Talks are ongoing, with the series now expected after the PSL
'Keep the faith,' McCullum urges fans as England plot Ashes comeback
England has been facing stinging criticism after their batters fared poorly in the shortest Ashes Test by overs bowled to deliver a result since 1888
New Zealand's Williamson returns for West Indies Test series
Former captain Williamson has retired from international Twenty20 cricket and skipped the one-day international series against the West Indies which concluded on Saturday with a 3-0 sweep for Kiwis
Rahul to captain India in Gill's absence, Pant returns in South Africa ODI series
Gill suffered the injury while batting in the first Test earlier this month in Kolkata, and was ruled out of the ongoing second test, with Rishabh Pant taking over as captain in his absence
