Author: The Team PK

Pakistan’s extraordinary journey at the Asian Youth Games came to a dramatic end on Wednesday night as the national boys volleyball team fell short against a dominant Iranian side in the final. Iran sealed the gold medal with a straight-set victory — 25-21, 25-23, 25-23 — ending Pakistan’s unbeaten streak and leaving them with a well-deserved silver medal. Also Read: Young Cricketer Ben Austin Dies After Training Accident The match was a fierce contest from the start, with Pakistan pushing Iran in every set. Despite their best efforts, small margins made the difference as Iran’s precision and power proved decisive.…

A deep sense of sorrow has engulfed the Australian cricket community following the tragic death of 17-year-old Ben Austin, a talented young cricketer who passed away after being struck in the neck by a ball during a practice session in Melbourne. The accident occurred on Tuesday while Ben was training in the nets before a Twenty20 game. Despite wearing a helmet, the ball hit him in a vulnerable spot, causing severe injury. He was immediately rushed to the hospital in critical condition but succumbed to his injuries on Thursday morning. Also Read: Pat Cummins Targets Return for Second Ashes Test…

Australia’s captain and pace ace Pat Cummins has taken a crucial step in his recovery, bowling for the first time since July as he eyes a return for the second Ashes Test against England. The 32-year-old fast bowler has been sidelined for more than three months due to a lower back injury sustained against the West Indies. Also Read: England Opt to Field in Women’s World Cup Semi-Final In a positive sign for Australian fans, Pat Cummins was seen bowling in a short net session at the Sydney Cricket Ground, captured by local television cameras. Though he operated with a…

England captain Nat Sciver-Brunt won the toss and chose to field first against South Africa in the opening semi-final of the Women’s World Cup being played in Guwahati, India. The former champions entered the knockout stage with strong momentum and an unchanged lineup from their recent league win, showcasing confidence in their winning combination. Also Read: Pakistan Reach Asian Youth Games Volleyball Final A key talking point ahead of the match was the fitness of left-arm spinner Sophie Ecclestone, who suffered a shoulder injury while fielding in England’s victory over New Zealand. Despite the scare, Ecclestone was cleared to play.…

Pakistan boys volleyball team has booked a spot in the finals of the Asian Youth Games after a dominant 3-1 victory over Indonesia, ensuring the nation another medal in the prestigious event. The Green Shirts have maintained a perfect record throughout the tournament, remaining unbeaten as they continue their remarkable run in Bahrain at the Isa Sports City. Also Read: Chris Broad Accuses ICC of Leniency Toward India The match began with Indonesia taking control of the first set, winning 25-22. However, Pakistan quickly regrouped and delivered a powerful comeback, claiming the next two sets 25-13 and 25-19 with exceptional…

Former ICC match referee and England cricketer Chris Broad has accused the International Cricket Council of showing favoritism towards India, alleging that political influence has crept into the decision-making process. In an interview with The Telegraph, Broad said he often faced pressure to be lenient with India during his 20-year tenure as a referee. Also Read: BJP Minister Calls Issue of Australian Cricketers a ‘Lesson’ Broad, who served as an ICC match referee from 2003 to 2024 and officiated in numerous India matches, revealed that he was instructed to reduce penalties for India in certain over-rate situations. “India were three,…

A senior BJP leader and Madhya Pradesh minister, Kailash Vijayvargiya, has come under criticism after suggesting that two Australian women cricketers who were harassed in Indore “will learn a lesson” from the incident and be more cautious in the future. His remarks have drawn widespread attention, as the issue raises questions about player safety and victim-blaming in India. Also Read: PCB Nears New 10-Year PSL Franchise Deal The incident occurred last Thursday morning when two Australian players, whose names have not been disclosed, were allegedly harassed by a man while heading to a café from their hotel in Indore. The…

The Pakistan Cricket Board is entering the final stages of preparing a new 10-year franchise agreement for the Pakistan Super League, signaling a major shift in the tournament’s future direction. This development is being seen as one of the most important milestones since the league’s launch in 2016, as the PCB looks to expand the number of teams and strengthen its commercial structure. Also Read: Shan Masood Appointed Consultant for International Cricket Affairs According to an official statement, representatives of the chartered firm EY MENA met with PCB Chairman Mohsin Naqvi to present the updated PSL valuation report. This report…

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…