Hesson backs Babar and Fakhar to ‘stand up’ in tri-series final despite top-order slump
Pakistan face Sri Lanka in Saturday’s final at the Gaddafi Stadium after being bowled out for 110 by the same side on Tuesday.
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Haris Rauf fined and hit with fifth demerit point for clash with Will Jacks in England thriller
The ICC reprimanded Rauf for raising his bat and brushing past the umpire during Pakistan’s one-wicket win, while England were fined for a slow over rate.
Madushanka’s five-for routs Pakistan for 110 as Sri Lanka book tri-series final rematch
Sri Lanka win by eight wickets with almost 32 overs to spare in Lahore, setting up Saturday’s final against Pakistan.
Shaheen takes four as Pakistan bowl England out for 241 despite Duckett century
Captain Shaheen Shah Afridi took four for 46 as England were dismissed for 241 in Lahore, Ben Duckett's fifth ODI hundred their only major score.
Pakistan turn out in pink against England for breast cancer awareness
Pakistan swapped green for pink at the Gaddafi Stadium on Sunday as the PCB marked Breast Cancer Awareness Day during the tri-series match against England.
Pakistan enters T20 world cup 2026 but will not play India
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.
Lahore Qalandars seal third PSL title in last-over thriller against Quetta Gladiators
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.
Pakistan secures first historic ODI series win over Australia in 22 years
Pakistan clinched a historic ODI series victory over Australia in Perth, marking their first series win in Australia in over two decades. Dominant bowling led by Naseem Shah and Shaheen Afridi set the stage for an easy chase, with Pakistani openers and captain Mohammad Rizwan and Baber Azam securing a memorable win.
Islamabad United overcome Multan Sultans to clinch title after five years in thriller PSL 9 final
Imad Wasim's all-round brilliance led Islamabad United to a thrilling victory over Multan Sultans, securing their third PSL title in a closely contested final. Chasing 160, United clinched the win on the final delivery, concluding a dramatic match highlighted by key performances and strategic plays.
Australia crowned champions of the 2023 Cricket World Cup, thrashing India in Ahmedabad spectacle
Australia has defeated India in the 2023 Cricket World Cup final to be crowned as world champions in a stunning victory at Narendra Modi Stadium in Ahmedabad.
