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Pakistan Test captain Babar Azam is set to play domestic first-class cricket for the first time since 2019, representing OGDCL in the President's Trophy. The move follows a major PCB squad shake-up after Pakistan's disastrous Test tour of England

Pakistan captain Fatima Sana has been fined 10 per cent of her match fee and handed a demerit point for breaching the ICC Code of Conduct during the Women's Asia Cup clash against India after gesturing towards the pavilion following Shafali Verma's dismissal

Former West Indies captain Brian Lara has joined a group of former international captains voicing concern over imprisoned Pakistan great Imran Khan’s health and treatment. Lara called for independent medical care and dignity, saying his appeal was about basic humanity, not politics

England interim coach Marcus Trescothick has drawn parallels between his current pace attack and the famed 2005 Ashes quartet. He praised the unit’s pace and skill but said England remain focused on completing a 3-0 series win over Pakistan

Former Pakistan cricketer Mohammad Yousuf has criticised the "so-called coaches" for failing to help Babar Azam address technical flaws. Yousuf called the coaches "poison for the game" as Babar continues to struggle for runs in Test cricket

Former Pakistan cricket icon Javed Miandad has tearfully demanded the release of imprisoned former Prime Minister Imran Khan, highlighting his contributions to the nation. Miandad’s emotional plea aligns with an international petition signed by 21 cricket legends expressing concern over Khan's health

Former Pakistan captain Sarfaraz Ahmed has denied knowing about a reported PCB threat to end the England tour following an interview with Imran Khan’s sons. Sarfaraz said Pakistan players were focused on the Test and unaware of the situation

Australia captain Pat Cummins has backed a campaign by former international captains seeking medical care and family access for jailed Pakistan great Imran Khan. Cummins said Khan should be treated with dignity as concerns over his health and safety continue

Former India captain Kapil Dev has backed his longtime friend Imran Khan, urging humane treatment and adequate facilities for the imprisoned former Pakistan prime minister. Kapil said his appeal was about basic humanity and not Khan’s ongoing legal proceedings

The ICC appeals panel has rescinded the demerit point imposed on Lahore’s Gaddafi Stadium after overturning its ‘Unsatisfactory’ pitch rating for the Pakistan-Australia ODI. The panel found no excessive unevenness or spin, leaving the venue with zero demerit points

Babar Azam has returned to the ICC Test batting top 10 after Pakistan’s eight-wicket win over West Indies in Port of Spain. Abdullah Shafique climbed 25 places, while Sajid Khan, Mohammad Ali and Ali Usman also gained ground.

The Pakistan Cricket Board is yet to announce centrally contracted players under its new format-based payment system. The delay comes as the board struggles with categorising players, while questions continue over transparency in its financial matters

West Indies head coach Daren Sammy remains optimistic about a red-ball turnaround ahead of their two-match Test series against Pakistan. Sammy confirmed Shai Hope will keep wickets as Tarouba prepares to host its historic first men's Test match

Pakistan's all-rounder Mohammad Nawaz has received a three-month suspension from the ICC for testing positive for cannabis during the T20 World Cup. His ban has been backdated to May 1 and subsequently reduced following his completed substance abuse rehabilitation program

Pakistan and Bangladesh face a vital Group A clash at the Rose Bowl to revive their 2026 Women's T20 World Cup campaigns. Pakistan seek their first win, while Bangladesh aim to bounce back from a heavy defeat against Australia

Indian captain Harmanpreet Kaur and Pakistan’s Fatima Sana skipped the customary handshake at the Women's T20 World Cup toss in Birmingham. The gesture cements a growing 'no handshake' trend driven by political tensions across recent cricket fixtures

Bangladesh began Day 2 at 301-4 and tried to extend its domination, but Abbas’ sensational 5-92 dismissed the hosts for 413.

Pakistan is likely to withdraw its boycott of the T20 World Cup match against India after Bangladesh’s request. PCB chief Mohsin Naqvi said a decision will be announced soon, with ICC and BCB discussions continuing ahead of the February 15 clash

Pakistan captain Salman Ali Agha said the decision to boycott the T20 World Cup match against India on February 15 was taken by the government and is “not in our control.” Pakistan will play the rest of the tournament starting February 7

Pakistan will not play India in their scheduled T20 World Cup match in Colombo on February 15 after receiving conditional approval to participate. The decision is seen as solidarity with Bangladesh, who withdrew citing security concerns