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By Aftab Ahmed | February 13, 2026
Pakistan will face India in a critical group-stage T20 World Cup 2026 match on February 15 at Colombo’s R. Premadasa Stadium, with fans worldwide closely monitoring the encounter. Cricket commentator Charlie Harden, host of the viral podcast What’s He On About?, has boldly predicted that Pakistan will defeat India in this highly anticipated clash of…
By Aftab Ahmed | February 13, 2026
Abhishek Sharma’s participation in India’s high-stakes T20 World Cup match against Pakistan remains uncertain after the left-handed opener was hospitalised earlier this week due to a stomach infection, Indian media report. Sharma was admitted with gastric complications but has since been discharged and rejoined the Indian squad, although concerns persist regarding his physical strength and…
By Aftab Ahmed | February 12, 2026
Islamabad United have unexpectedly released West Indies pacer Shamar Joseph less than 24 hours after confirming his signing for the Pakistan Super League 2026 (PSL 11) season. The franchise initially announced Joseph’s acquisition during the PSL 11 player auction for a reported Rs. 1.10 crore, aiming to bolster their pace attack and add international experience…
By Aftab Ahmed | February 11, 2026
South African middle-order batter Rilee Rossouw has joined Quetta Gladiators for Rs5.5 crore during the ongoing 2026 Pakistan Super League 11 auction at Lahore’s Expo Centre venue. Rossouw attracted interest from multiple franchises before Quetta secured the experienced left-hander, recognized for his destructive batting in T20 cricket and his ability to change games quickly in…
By Aftab Ahmed | February 11, 2026
Sialkot Stallionz have acquired Pakistan top-order batter Sahibzada Farhan for Rs5.7 crore during the ongoing 2026 Pakistan Super League 11 auction, highlighting the franchise’s focus on attacking power in the top order. Farhan attracted strong attention after consistent performances for Pakistan at the ongoing ICC T20 World Cup 2026 in Sri Lanka and India, impressing…
By Aftab Ahmed | February 11, 2026
Rawalpindi have secured Mohammad Rizwan in the Platinum category for PKR 56 million ahead of the Pakistan Super League auction, confirming him as their headline signing for the 11th edition. The franchise also announced the acquisition of Sam Billings, Zaman Khan and Yasir Khan across different categories as preparations continue before the official player auction…
By Aftab Ahmed | February 9, 2026
Pakistan Cricket Board Chairman Mohsin Naqvi will meet Prime Minister Shehbaz Sharif today to present the board’s position regarding Pakistan’s participation in the 2026 T20 World Cup match against India. Naqvi is expected to brief the Prime Minister on his discussions with the International Cricket Council and the Bangladesh Cricket Board, outlining proposed measures and…
By Aftab Ahmed | February 9, 2026
The Pakistan Super League has released its 2026 auction rules, setting out player base prices, minimum bid increments, and a structured multi-round process for franchises across four categories. Platinum category players will enter the auction with a base price of 4.2 crore rupees, and franchises must increase bids by at least 15 lakh rupees during…
By Aftab Ahmed | February 9, 2026
Former Pakistan captain Shahid Afridi has urged team management to consider changes during the T20 World Cup 2026, saying players must be rotated if performances, including wicket-taking, do not improve. He said on a Samaa TV programme that if Shaheen Shah Afridi fails to take wickets, another player should be given an opportunity in Pakistan’s…
By Aftab Ahmed | February 8, 2026
The Pakistan Cricket Board (PCB) on Saturday denied claims that it had approached the International Cricket Council (ICC) over Pakistan’s decision to boycott its T20 World Cup match against India on February 15. In a statement posted on social media platform X, PCB spokesperson Amir Mir rejected assertions made by Indian sports journalist Vikrant Gupta….