PCB Chairman Mohsin Naqvi has unveiled a significantly enhanced prize pool for the franchises taking part in the 11th edition of the PSL, scheduled for 2026. In a message shared on platform X, Naqvi said the revamped rewards recognise the franchises’ role in elevating the league. Under the new structure, the champions will receive $500,000…
A 5.7-magnitude earthquake was felt in Dhaka, Bangladesh, on the third day of the second Test between Bangladesh and Ireland, briefly halting the match. According to cricket website Cricinfo, the tremor struck at around 10:38 am local time during the 56th over of the morning session at Sher-e-Bangla National Stadium. Players were visibly shaken, and…
The Pakistan Super League (PSL) has taken a significant step toward its long-planned expansion after confirming the auction date for two new franchises. The league announced that the auction will be held on 6 January 2026, marking the most substantial structural move in its history. The decision follows the completion of market valuations for existing…
A digitally created video of US President Donald Trump playing football with Cristiano Ronaldo has drawn huge attention online, only days after the pair met at the White House. Posted on the official Instagram account of Trump, the AI-generated clip shows him juggling and passing a football with the Portuguese star inside the Oval Office….
Aliya Riaz’s unbeaten charge to 97 helped Strikers chase 221 on the final ball, earning their first win in three. In a thrilling finish on Thursday, the Strikers secured their maiden victory of the tournament by narrowly defeating the Conquerors in the fourth round of the National Women’s One‑Day Tournament at Iqbal Stadium in Faisalabad….
Pakistan has further dropped to 199th place in the latest men’s world rankings of FIFA, extending the team’s decline on the global stage. According to the details, the updated list features 210 teams and places Pakistan near the bottom of the international standings. The fall follows a winless run in the AFC Asian Cup qualifiers,…
The PCB refutes news circulating in the media regarding the finalisation of the two city names for the new HBL PSL franchises. The PCB would like to clarify that, as per the process, the successful bidders will have the right to choose a team name from any of the city/team names listed below, in the…
Javelin thrower Arshad Nadeem successfully retained his Islamic Solidarity Games gold medal with another commanding performance on Wednesday. The Olympic gold medalist opened the final with a confident 75.44-metre throw, immediately placing himself at the top of the overall standings. Nadeem extended his advantage with a powerful 83.05-metre throw on his second attempt, strengthening his…
The Pakistan Super League will expand to eight teams with additions based in Gilgit and Faisalabad, the Pakistan Cricket Board announced Wednesday. The Pakistan Cricket Board (PCB) confirmed on Wednesday that the Pakistan Super League (PSL) will add two new franchises based in Gilgit and Faisalabad. Read More: PSL Urges Franchises to Recover Pending Dues…
Prime Minister Shehbaz Sharif hosted a luncheon in Islamabad to honour Pakistan, Sri Lanka, and Zimbabwe participating in the Tri-Nation Series. Players and officials from all three cricket teams attended the event, reflecting the hospitality of government for the visiting delegations. The Prime Minister praised the commitment and hard work shown by the athletes, saying…