Cricket news from The Thursday Times' cricket desk.
Pakistan has confirmed its participation in the T20 World Cup 2026, but the national team will not take the field against India on 15 February, with officials citing national interest, player safety and a principled position after Bangladesh declined to participate.
AIMIM chief Asaduddin Owaisi has publicly opposed the upcoming India vs Pakistan Asia Cup 2025 match, scheduled for September 14, citing "moral discomfort" after Operations Bunyan al-Marsoos and Sindoor.
Lahore Qalandars clinch third PSL title with a nail-biting chase led by Kusal Perera and Sikandar Raza. Quetta Gladiators' 200+ total wasn’t enough as Lahore sealed it in the final over at Gaddafi Stadium.
Nawaz Sharif calls on India to foster goodwill by sending its cricket team to Pakistan, emphasizing sports diplomacy and urging improved ties with neighbouring countries; he also condemns recent attacks on officials, reflecting on Pakistan's shifting political culture.
A man wearing a 'Free Palestine' T-shirt disrupted the match by entering the field and approaching Indian cricketer Virat Kohli before being removed by security.
Former Australian ODI cricket captain and famed spin bowler Shane Warne has died while vacationing at a private villa in Thailand.
