Author: The Team PK

The Pakistan Cricket Board has appointed Test captain Shan Masood as Consultant International Cricket and Players Affairs, a newly created position that combines the responsibilities previously listed under the Director International Cricket Operations role. The decision reflects the board’s growing emphasis on improving international coordination, managing player relations, and streamlining operations with global cricket authorities. Also Read: PSL to Add Two New Teams and Venues in Next Season Shan Masood, aged 36, brings both leadership and international experience to the new position. The left-handed batter has represented Pakistan in 44 Test matches, nine One Day Internationals, and 19 Twenty20 Internationals,…

The Pakistan Super League (PSL) is gearing up for its biggest transformation since its inception, as the Pakistan Cricket Board (PCB) confirmed plans to add two new teams and two additional venues for the next edition of the tournament. PSL Chief Executive Officer Salman Naseer revealed the expansion details during a podcast released by the PCB on Friday, marking a major step forward in the league’s evolution. Also Read: Ali Tareen Slams PSL Over Legal Notice Dispute Salman stated that the PCB is “very seriously considering moving on to six venues this time,” expressing confidence that PSL 11 will be…

A fresh controversy has erupted in Pakistan cricket after Multan Sultans owner Ali Tareen publicly lashed out at the Pakistan Super League (PSL) management, accusing it of “mediocre thinking” following a legal notice threatening his franchise’s suspension for alleged breach of contract. Also Read: Basketball Rift Over Islamabad Panthers’ Singapore Tour The PSL management issued the notice earlier on Thursday, citing repeated public remarks by Tareen that criticised the Pakistan Cricket Board (PCB) and the league’s management. The notice reportedly demanded a public apology to prevent legal action, but the move appears to have deepened the rift between the two…

A controversy has shaken Pakistan’s basketball community after Islamabad Panthers’ Under-18 and Under-16 teams took part in the 13th Asia Pacific Cup 3×3 tournament in Singapore. The Sindh Basketball Association (SBA) expressed outrage, claiming it was never informed about the opportunity to participate, raising questions about fairness and communication within the sport’s governing body. Also Read: Babar Azam Returns to Pakistan Squad for South Africa Series In a statement released on Thursday, the SBA accused the Pakistan Basketball Federation (PBBF) of keeping it in the dark about the international event. The association argued that such exclusion goes against the principles…

Babar Azam is back. The former captain has been recalled to Pakistan’s T20I squad as the Pakistan Cricket Board (PCB) announced the line-ups for the upcoming white-ball series against South Africa and Sri Lanka. His return marks a major boost for Pakistan’s top order, signaling renewed intent and balance in the squad ahead of a busy home season. Also Read: A Father’s Love Fuels Asif Afridi’s Dream Debut The National Selection Committee revealed a 15-member T20I squad that will face South Africa in Rawalpindi and Lahore from October 28 to November 1. The same squad will also represent Pakistan in…

They say age is just a number, but for Asif Afridi, age tells a story — one of relentless pursuit, deep love, and unshakable belief. At 38, he isn’t just a debutant; he’s a man who carried years of struggle, rejection, and hope into one defining moment — his first Test match for Pakistan against South Africa. Also Read: PSG Hit Seven as Arsenal and Barcelona Shine in Champions League For over 16 years, Asif journeyed through Pakistan’s domestic cricket, playing from city to city, chasing a dream that often felt out of reach. Yet, he never gave up —…

Paris Saint-Germain delivered a historic performance in Germany, defeating Bayer Leverkusen 7-2 in one of the most memorable Champions League nights in recent years. The French champions showed complete dominance as Desire Doue scored twice, with Willian Pacho and Khvicha Kvaratskhelia adding first-half goals. Leverkusen’s Aleix Garcia converted a penalty, but the home side’s hopes faded when Robert Andrich was sent off, followed shortly by PSG’s Illia Zabarnyi seeing red as well. Also Read: Trophy Tension Between India and Pakistan Deepens Nuno Mendes extended PSG’s lead after the break before Garcia pulled one back. Returning from injury, Ousmane Dembele marked…

The ongoing standoff over the Asia Cup trophy has once again highlighted the deep-rooted tensions between India and Pakistan. Weeks after India’s victory over Pakistan in the Asia Cup final, the winners have yet to officially receive their trophy. The issue resurfaced when the Board of Control for Cricket in India (BCCI) reached out to Asian Cricket Council (ACC) president Mohsin Naqvi to arrange the formal handover. Also Read: Shaheen Afridi Appointed Pakistan ODI Captain Naqvi, who also serves as the chairman of the Pakistan Cricket Board, told reporters in Karachi that the ACC has decided to hold an official…

Fast bowler Shaheen Shah Afridi has been named the new captain of Pakistan’s men’s One-day International team, the Pakistan Cricket Board announced on Monday. The pace spearhead will lead the side in the upcoming three-match ODI series against South Africa, replacing wicket-keeper Mohammad Rizwan. Also Read: Pakistan Eyes Semi-Finals as World Cup Weather Woes Continue Rizwan, who had been handed the captaincy in 2024, led Pakistan to series wins in South Africa, Australia, and Zimbabwe early in his tenure. However, a disappointing ICC Champions Trophy campaign followed by series losses in New Zealand and the West Indies apparently prompted the…

Pakistan bowler Rameen Shamim expressed optimism on Monday ahead of the crucial ICC Women’s World Cup match against South Africa, acknowledging that while the monsoon rains in Colombo were beyond their control, the team remained determined to secure a semi-final spot. The Green Shirts’ campaign has been disrupted by washouts against England and New Zealand, which cost them valuable points in their bid to reach the last four. Also Read: O’Callaghan and McKeown Set World Records in Westmont Speaking at the pre-match press conference, Rameen said, “Rain is not in our control. Unfortunately, we are upset because we were up…