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PCB to offer players and officials Covid-19 vaccine shots
Pakistan Cricket Board has decided to offer SARS-Coronavirus Vaccine doses to all participants of the HBL Pakistan Super League 6, becoming the first cricket board to use the vaccine that produces protection against the Covid-19 virus.
PCB High Performance camp for elite cricketers to start on Tuesday
The High Performance department of the Pakistan Cricket Board will hold a month-long camp for elite cricketers who are either not featuring in the HBL Pakistan Super League 6 or knocking at the doors of international cricket
Pakistan Cricket Board (PCB) Outcomes of 61st BoG meeting
The Board of Governors of the Pakistan Cricket Board (PCB) held their 61st meeting in Karachi on Saturday.
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Pakistan and Zimbabwe agree to end Pakistan Women's tour
Pakistan Cricket Board and Zimbabwe Cricket have mutually agreed to end Pakistan women’s national cricket team’s ongoing tour to Harare due to the latest travel policies of the visiting side’s carrier – Emirates Airlines.
Javeria, Aliya script commanding 178-run win over Zimbabwe Women
Solid half-centuries by Pakistan captain Javeria Khan and all-rounder Aliya Riaz set a strong 178-run victory for Pakistan Women over Zimbabwe Women in the first 50-over match at the Harare Sports Club on Tuesday.
Pakistan women face South Africa in upcoming T20I series
Pakistan women’s national cricket team will face South Africa in a three-match T20I series, which will be played at Durban’s Kingsmead Cricket Stadium from Friday.
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HBL PSL6: Qalandars beat Kings by six wickets in last over thriller
Late onslaught from David Wiese and half-centuries from Fakhar Zaman and Ben Dunk guided last year’s runners-up Lahore Qalandars to an emphatic six-wicket win over defending champions Karachi Kings
HBL PSL6: Wahab Riaz leads Zalmi to six-wicket win over United
A four-wicket haul from Wahab Riaz led Peshawar Zalmi to a comfortable six-wicket win over Islamabad United in the 10th fixture of the HBL PSL 6 at Karachi’s National Stadium on Saturday.
HBL PSL6: Kings beat Sultans to go on top of HBL PSL 6 points table
Defending champions Karachi Kings produced a stunning run-chase to defeat Multan Sultans by seven wickets in ninth fixture of HBL PSL 6 at Karachi’s National Stadium on Saturday afternoon.
HBL PSL6: Peshawar Zalmi beat Quetta Gladiators by three wickets in last over thriller
A late onslaught from Sherfane Rutherford and Wahab Riaz guided Peshawar Zalmi to a thrilling three- wicket win over Quetta Gladiators
HBL PSL 6 Mohammad Rizwan, Sohaib Maqsood script Sultans’ first win
Half centuries from Mohammad Rizwan and Sohaib Maqsood guided Multan Sultans to a comfortable seven-wicket win over Lahore Qalandars at the National Stadium on Friday.
PCB to mark childhood and breast cancer awareness days in HBL PSL 6
The Pakistan Cricket Board will use the platform of HBL Pakistan Super League to create awareness about childhood and breast cancer as part of its corporate social responsibility.
Ben Dunk gives Pakistan security vote of confidence for Australia tour
Swashbuckling batsman Ben Dunk approved security arrangements for teams in Pakistan, raising hopes Australia's next year's tour to the country would be amazing for the people of Pakistan as well as for the players.
CAS imposes 12-month ban and a fine of PKR 4.25million on Umar Akmal
The Court of Arbitration for Sports (CAS) has announced its decision on the Appeals filed by PCB and Umar Akmal against the Order of the Independent Adjudicator.
PCB invites 50% crowd for HBL Pakistan Super League 2021 preliminary round matches
The Pakistan Cricket Board has thanked the National Command and Operation Centre (NCOC) for allowing crowds up to 50 per cent for the HBL Pakistan Super League 2021 preliminary round matches and capacity crowds for the playoffs.
Mohammad Wasim aims to make it big at HBL PSL 6
Aim high and shoot for the stars is the basic lesson for emerging stars and Islamabad United’s emerging pick, Mohammad Wasim Jnr, seems to be following the notion.
HBL PSL 6 Iftikhar, Hales, Hussain script Islamabad United’s sensational run-chase
Islamabad United recorded their second win of the HBL PSL 6 by chasing a mammoth 197 against Karachi Kings thanks to brilliant batting performances from Iftikhar Ahmed, Alex Hales and Hussain...
Rizwan and Fawad promoted to Category A and C
PCB Test Cricketer of the year 2020, Mohammad Rizwan, has been promoted to Category A of the PCB’s Central Contract List 2020-21 following stellar performances across all formats in the ongoing season.
Ehsan Mani delighted with successful completion of 2020-21 High Performance events
Pakistan Cricket Board Chairman Ehsan Mani has praised the High Performance department for leading the successful completion of their events calendar for the 2020-21 season
HBL PSL to grow every year – Mohammad Nabi
Mohammad Nabi, the former Afghanistan captain, hopes HBL Pakistan Super League (PSL) will grow every year and has the potential of nurturing young talent.
HBL PSL 6 Tom Kohler, Haider Ali lead Peshawar Zalmi to thrilling win
Debutant Tom Kohler-Cadmore half-century and quick-fire 24 not out from Haider Ali led Peshawar Zalmi to an exciting six-wicket win over Multan Sultans in the fifth match of the HBL PSL 6
Sky247 announced as Official Sponsors for 2021 Pakistan Super League #HBLPSL6
Sky247 announced as Official Sponsors for the 2021 season of Pakistan Super League
Chris Gayle - Glad to be playing cricket in pandemic - HBL PSL 6
Chris Gayle has reasons to be emotional. He is in Pakistan after a long 15-year gap to feature in the HBL PSL 6. As such, the “Universe Boss” is featuring in the shortest format for the first time in the country.
HBL PSL 6: Fakhar, Hafeez record partnership guides Qalandars to nine-wicket win
Blistering unbeaten half-centuries from Fakhar Zaman and Mohammad Hafeez led Lahore Qalandars to an emphatic nine-wicket win over Quetta Gladiators in the fourth fixture of the HBL PSL 6 at the National Stadium Karachi
MCC World Cricket Committee: Latest Statements on Short Pitched bowling, DRS and More
The MCC World Cricket committee (WCC) met recently via Conference Call.
HBL PSL 6: Gregory, Wasim hand Islamabad United three-wicket win
An all-round performance from Lewis Gregory and three wickets from debutant Mohammad Wasim Jnr secured Islamabad United a three-wicket win over Multan Sultans in the third match of the HBL PSL 6 at Karachi’s National Stadium.
HBL PSL 6: Match 2: Shaheen, Hafeez power Qalandars to four-wicket win
Lahore Qalandars, 2020 runners-up, got off to a winning start with a four-wicket victory against Peshawar Zalmi in the second match of HBL PSL 6 at Karachi’s National Stadium on Sunday.
HBL PSL 6: Match 1 - Karachi Kings overwhelm Quetta Gladiators in Season Opener
Karachi Kings overwhelmed Quetta Gladiators in the HBL PSL6 tournament opener today
Two individuals quarantined after violating bio-secure protocols | HBL PSL 2021
A player and an official of one of the teams taking part in the HBL Pakistan Super League 2021 have been placed in a three-day quarantine after they came into contact with a person outside the bio-secure bubble on Friday.
Big opportunity for future stars in HBL PSL 2021
The HBL Pakistan Super League is known for providing a launching pad to the emerging players every year. The budding players get a major breakthrough as they rub shoulders with top players, share the dressing room and watch them before their eyes.
Top players to watch-out for in HBL PSL 2021
There are a number of top players featuring in HBL Pakistan Super League 2021, but we have selected one player from each side who can prove critical and decisive in his side’s quest for the biggest prize in Pakistan cricket’s marquee’s event.
Herschelle Gibbs and Sarfaraz Ahmed hold virtual press conferences ahead of the start of the #HBLPSL6
Defending champions Karachi Kings head coach Herschelle Gibbs and 2019 champions Quetta Gladiators captain Sarfaraz Ahmed held their HBL PSL 6 pre-tournament online press conferences today.
Quetta Gladiators aim to correct 2020 blip | HBL Pakistan Super League
Quetta Gladiators are one of the most successful franchises in the history of HBL Pakistan Super League (PSL). They have been runner-up twice and were champion of the 2019 edition.
Peshawar Zalmi ready for HBL PSL
Peshawar Zalmi is one of the most loved franchises in the HBL Pakistan Super League (PSL). They have been one of the four title-winners in the history of the tournament.
World-class commentators for HBL PSL 6
Some of the most popular cricket commentators will be commentating at this year’s HBL Pakistan Super League. The commentary panel for the month-long event that starts at the National Stadium Karachi on Saturday, 20 February, was unveiled today.
Andy Flower and Shadab Khan hold virtual press conferences ahead of the start of the #HBLPSL6
Multan Sultans head coach Andy Flower and Islamabad United captain Shadab Khan held their HBL PSL 6 pre-tournament online press conferences today.
Multan Sultans hoping to reset under Rizwan | HBL Pakistan Super League
Multan Sultans was in top form in HBL Pakistan Super League 2020, finishing with 14 points from 10 league phase games to top the table. But the spectre of Covid-19 struck hard and derailed Multan’s momentum.
Equal Punches in the T20I Series | Pakistan v South Africa Review
The 2-1 win by Pakistan in the T20I series against South Africa is yet another step up on the ladder of shattered confidence, for the home side. While watching the matches on TV with empty stands I had the feeling that much of the fun for the lovers of the game has been lost for whom this format was introduced.
PCB urges everyone to respect bio-secure protocols
The Pakistan Cricket Board today urged the players, players support personnel and match officials featuring in the HBL Pakistan Super League 2021 to religiously follow the bio-secure and PCB’s Covid-19 Protocols to ensure health and safety of all participants as well as the integrity of the 34-match event.
HBL PSL 2021: Ticket prices and spectator protocols confirmed
Following the National Command and Operation Centre (NCOC) decision to allow 20 per cent crowds to attend each match day of the HBL Pakistan Super League, the Pakistan Cricket Board today confirmed ticket prices for 30 of the 34 matches, which will be played from 20 February to 16 March.
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Shamyl, Arafat hit centuries in Northern, Southern Punjab wins
Shamyl Hussain’s 103 triumphed Azan Awais’ 107 as Northern U16 defeated Central Punjab U16 by 27 runs in the second round of the PCB National U16 One-Day Tournament, being played in Rawalpindi, on Tuesday.
Karachi Kings keen to hold onto the title | HBL Pakistan Super League
Last year was a tough one for everyone. Not just because of the global pandemic, but also because of some personal tragedies, which affected many.
Ehsan Mani congratulates national team on series wins
Pakistan Cricket Board Chairman Ehsan Mani has congratulated the Pakistan men’s national cricket team on victories in the Test and T20I series over South Africa.
Pakistan vs South Africa, 3rd T20I: Pakistan win and take series 2-1
Pakistan completed a comprehensive win by 4 wickets over South Africa in the 3rd T20I to take the series 2-1
Pakistan vs South Africa 3rd T20I Preview: Chance for inexperienced Proteas to do the improbable
With the series poised at 1-1, South Africa have a good chance of lifting the trophy on Sunday if they play their cards right.
Lahore Qalandars targeting the elusive title | HBL Pakistan Super League
Every league has a favourite team that every fan wants as the champion. The HBL Pakistan Super League (PSL) is no different. In this league, most fans want Lahore Qalandars as the champion.
Pakistan vs South Africa, 2nd T20I: South Africa come back strongly with 5 wicket win
South Africa came back strongly against Pakistan with a 5 wicket win, at the Gaddafi Stadium, Lahore today.
PCB to partner with tapmad TV for HBL PSL 6 streaming in Australia and MENA
The Pakistan Cricket Board has joined hands with tapmad TV for streaming of the HBL Pakistan Super League 6 matches in Australia, MENA (Middle East and North Africa) regions as well as the RoW* (Rest of the World).
PCB U16 National One-Day Tournament to commence from Saturday
PCB U16 National One-Day Tournament, the final event for the High Performance department for 2020-21 season, is all set to take place in Rawalpindi from Saturday, 13 February. The six-team tournament will conclude on 23 February when the top two teams will feature in the final at Pindi Cricket Stadium, Rawalpindi.
Pakistan Tour of South Africa 2021: Squads, Fixtures - All you need to Know
Pakistan Cricket Board today announced the schedule of their April series against South Africa
Pakistan vs South Africa 2nd T20I Preview: Nawaz, Qadir versus Proteas' top 3 to determine result
South Africa, with a depleted playing XI, were not expected to give Pakistan a tough fight in the opening match of the series
Pakistan vs South Africa, 1st T20I: Pakistan pull off exciting 3 run win over South Africa
Pakistan pulled off an exciting 3 run win over South Africa, in the 1st T20I, at the Gaddafi Stadium, Lahore today.
Pakistan vs South Africa 1st T20I Preview: Golden opportunity for Babar's boys to extend winning run against depleted Proteas
With just four South African players part of the test squad available for T20Is, Pakistan are clear favourites to win the series in their home conditions.
Never Say Die! Pakistan | A review of the Pakistan-South Africa two-Test series
Pakistan's clean sweep in the Test series against Proteas is a classic example of unpredictability and that is why cricket lovers herein Pakistan enjoy this game with madness full of excitement.
Misbah-ul-Haq reviews after the conclusion of the Test match series against South Africa
Misbah-ul-Haq, the head coach of Pakistan men’s national cricket team, interacted with electronic and print media via videoconference call today, after the conclusion of the two-Test match series against South Africa.
Markram, Babar and Hasan review Pakistan’s 95-run win that lifted them to 5th in ICC rankings
Pakistan beat South Africa by 95 runs in the second Test of the ICC World Test Championship series match at the Pindi Cricket Stadium, Rawalpindi to seal the two-match series 2-0.
Pakistan vs South Africa, 2nd Test: Pakistan take series 2-0 with win over South Africa
Pakistan won the Test series 2-0, with a 96 run win over South Africa today at the Rawalpindi Cricket Stadium, Rawalpindi today
Pakistan vs South Africa 2nd Test Day 4: Match on a knife edge going into final day
This Test match is on a knife edge going into the final day, with South Africa requiring 243 runs to win with 9 wickets in hand
HBL PSL 6 anthem ‘Groove Mera’ released
The HBL Pakistan Super League 6 anthem, “Groove Mera” has been launched today. The anthem will be playing on leading TV channels and will also be available on HBL PSL digital platforms throughout the 2021
Anrich Nortje and Faheem Ashraf review second day’s play #PAKvSA
Pakistan’s Faheem Ashraf and South Africa’s Anrich Nortje held online virtual media conferences.
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Pakistan v South Africa 2nd Test: Pakistan and South Africa in tight contest
Pakistan took control of the second Test of the ICC World Test Championship series match against South Africa at the Pindi Cricket Stadium Rawalpindi on Friday.
Pakistan v South Africa 2nd Test: Pakistan come back at South Africa as rain interrupts play
Keshav Maharaj lead a bright start to the second Test for the Proteas before Pakistan hit back to end a rain-hit day one
Limited fans allowed to attend HBL PSL 2021
Pakistan Cricket Board today announced the National Command and Operation Centre (NCOC) has allowed 20 per cent crowds to attend the HBL Pakistan Super League 2021, which will be played in Karachi and Lahore from 20 February to 22 March.
Pakistan Women beat South Africa Women by 8 runs (DLS Method)
Fit-again captain Javeria Khan recorded Pakistan’s first half-century of the tour as they ended their trip to South Africa with an eight-run Duckworth/Lewis Method victory over the Momentum Proteas after a rain-affected final
Pakistan retain same squad for 2nd Test vs South Africa
Pakistan cricket selectors have retained the same 17 players for the second Test who were shortlisted for the first Test that was played in Karachi from 26-30 January.
Babar Azam speaks ahead of 2nd Test vs South Africa
Babar Azam, the captain of Pakistan men’s Test team, interacted with media via videoconference call today, a day ahead of the second Test match against South Africa at the Pindi Cricket Stadium Rawalpindi.
Details announced for PCB u16 National One-Day Tournament
The PCB U16 National One-Day Tournament, High Performance department’s final event of the 2020-21 season, will be held in Rawalpindi from 13-23 February.
Misbah-ul-Haq speaks ahead of 2nd Test vs South Africa
Misbah-ul-Haq, the head coach of Pakistan men’s national cricket team, interacted with media via video conference call today, ahead of the second Test match against South Africa starting from 4 February at the Pindi Cricket Stadium, Rawalpindi.
Pakistan Cup – an event full of tense finishes, runs, wickets and boundaries
The High Performance department successfully delivered another complete and exciting tournament in the challenging Covid-19 period when the 33-match Pakistan Cup One-Day Tournament 2020-21..
Khyber Pakhtunkhwa clinched the Pakistan Cup with resounding seven-wicket win
Khyber Pakhtunkhwa made a hat-trick of First XI domestic titles for the 2020-21 season as they clinched the Pakistan Cup powered by Servis Tyres – One-Day Tournament 2020-21
Pakistan team for T20I series against South Africa announced
The national selectors led by chief selector Muhammad Wasim today announced the Pakistan men’s 20-member squad for the three-match T20I series against South Africa which will be played in Lahore
Khyber Pakhtunkhwa enter Pakistan Cup final after thrilling Super Over win
Khyber Pakhtunkhwa are just one step away from winning all three first XI domestic titles in the ongoing season after advancing to the Pakistan Cup powered by Servis Tyres
Sindh fined for maintaining slow over-rate
Sindh have been fined PKR 20,000 for maintaining a slow over-rate during their Pakistan Cup semi-final match against Central Punjab at the State Bank Stadium on Friday.
Quinton de Kock, Aiden Markram, Fawad Alam and Babar Azam speak after #PAKvSA
Pakistan took a 1-0 lead in the two-match ICC World Test Championship series against South Africa by recording a comprehensive seven-wicket victory on day-four of the first Test at the National Stadium Karachi on Friday.
South Africa women defeated Pakistan women by eight wickets
South Africa women beat Pakistan women by eight wickets in the first T20I at Kingsmead Cricket Stadium on Friday and took 1-0 lead in the three-match series.
Central Punjab destroy Sindh’s dreams of fourth title
Central Punjab produced a dominant performance to defeat Sindh by 127 runs in the first semi-final of the Pakistan Cup One-Day Tournament, powered by Servis Tyres, at the State Bank Stadium on Friday.
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Pakistan vs South Africa T20I series: Sky247.Net announced as Title Sponsor
Sky247.net, as part of his sponsorship strategy, announced a new partnership, this time as title sponsor for the T20I series of Pakistan against South Africa
Pakistan vs South Africa 1st Test: Pakistan overpowers South Africa on Day 4
The significance of Pakistan’s 7 wicket victory against South Africa at Karachi, must not be underestimated, following their poor run in Test cricket, lately.
Pakistan vs South Africa 1st Test: South Africa fight back on Day 3
Pakistan and South Africa are locked in a battle that makes for fascinating viewing
Pakistan vs South Africa 1st Test: Pakistan take initiative on Day 2 thanks to Fawad Alam
Stored in deep freeze for more than a decade till 2020, Fawad Alam, with a splendid Test hundred to his name
Pakistan Cup: Northern and Central Punjab qualify for Semi Finals
Northern and Central Punjab joined table-toppers Sindh and Khyber Pakhtunkhwa in the Pakistan Cup powered by Servis Tyres – One-Day Tournament 2020-21 semi-finals after beating Southern Punjab and Sindh respectively in the tenth-round matches today in Karachi.
PCB congratulates Imran Farhat on successful career
Pakistan Cricket Board has congratulated Imran Farhat on a successful 24-year-long career. The top-order batsman, who represented Balochistan in the domestic season 2020-21, retired from professional cricket on the completion of his side’s campaign in the Pakistan Cup One-Day Tournament – powered by Servis Tyres.
Pakistan v South Africa 1st Test: Honours even at the close of play on Day 1
The honours were even, at the close of play on day 1 of the 1st Test, between Pakistan and South Africa
SNTV to distribute highlights of Pakistan v South Africa and HBL PSL 2021 in over 115 territories
Pakistan Cricket Board and SNTV today announced an extension of their partnership that will allow SNTV to provide news broadcasters around the world access to highlights of the Pakistan v South Africa series and the HBL PSL 2021.
Babar Azam speaks with the media ahead of the 1st Test against South Africa
Babar Azam, the captain of Pakistan men’s Test team, interacted with media via videoconference call today, a day ahead of the first Test match against South Africa at the National Stadium Karachi.
Aliya Riaz hopeful of finishing ODI series on a high note
Pakistan women cricket team faced another marginal defeat on Saturday against South Africa as the hosts went 2-0 up in the three-ODI series. In their pursuit of 253 under at sweltering Kingsmead Cricket Stadium
Pakistan Cup: Anwar Ali and Saad Ali star in Sindh’s 349-run chase against Southern Punjab
Sindh continued their winning streak in Pakistan Cup powered by Servis Tyres – One-Day Tournament 2020-21 as they chased down a 349-run target courtesy an unbroken sixth-wicket partnership of 145 runs between captain Anwar Ali and Saad Ali against Southern Punjab at the State Bank Stadium Karachi on Sunday to further consolidate their position at the top of the table.
Pakistan confirms the 17-player squad for first Test against South Africa
Pakistan cricket selectors today confirmed a 17-player squad who will be available for selection for the first Test against South Africa, which will begin on Tuesday.
Misbah-ul-Haq speaks with the media ahead of the first Test against South Africa
Misbah-ul-Haq, the head coach of Pakistan men’s national cricket team, interacted with media via videoconference call today, ahead of the first Test match against South Africa starting from 26 January at the National Stadium Karachi.
Aliya Riaz’s 81 goes in vain as South Africa win second ODI
South Africa women beat Pakistan women by 13 runs in the second ODI to take an unassailable 2-0 lead in the three-match series at the Kingsmead Durban on Saturday.
Pakistan women’s South Africa tour extended
Pakistan women cricket team’s tour of Africa was extended after it was agreed that they will play three 50-over matches and two T20Is in Zimbabwe after their tour of South Africa.
Muhammad Imran fined 40 per cent match-fee for showing dissent
Southern Punjab’s Muhammad Imran has been fined 40 per cent of his match-fee for breaching the PCB Code of Conduct for Players and Players Support Personnel during his side’s Pakistan Cup match
Yasir Shah video conference ahead of the first Test match against South Africa
Leg-spinner Yasir Shah interacted with media via videoconference call today, ahead of the first Test match against South Africa starting from 26 January at the National Stadium Karachi.
Haris Sohail’s century keeps Balochistan alive in Pakistan Cup
Captain Haris Sohail scored an unbeaten 109 to lead Balochistan to a six-wicket win over Central Punjab in the eighth-round match of the Pakistan Cup powered by Servis Tyres..
Azhar Ali speaks ahead of Pakistan vs South Africa
Azhar Ali interacted with media via videoconference call today, ahead of the first Test match against South Africa starting from 26 January at the National Stadium Karachi.
Brighto Paints announced as title sponsor for Pakistan-South Africa Test series
The PCB has announced the title sponsor and presenting sponsor for the Pakistan-South Africa Test series, the two-match series will be called Bank Al-Falah presents Brighto Paints Pakistan vs South Africa Test series 2021.
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