Babar back for Pakistan to face Aussies after BBL flop Pakistan great Babar Azam is back in their T20 squad to face Australia ahead of the World Cup following his eventful if under-performing spell in the Big Bash. AAP · Jan 23
India vs Pakistan – Asia Cup Super Fours: start time, team news and lineups Will the teams make any changes? Who’s the favourite to win? Which players can make an impact? Al Jazeera explains. Al Jazeera · Sep 20, 2025
2nd ODI: Hay, Sears ensure New Zealand's series win against Pakistan New Zealand's 84-run win over Pakistan in the second ODI in Hamilton on Tuesday gave the hosts an unassailable 2-0 lead in the three-match series, thanks to wicketkeeper-batter Mitchell Hay's unbeaten 99 and a five-wicket haul by pacer Ben Sears. The Times of India · Apr 2, 2025
ICC Champions Trophy 2025: With Babar Azam struggling, will Mohammad Rizwan lead Pakistan to defend their title? NEW DELHI: Nearly three decades after the 1996 ICC World Cup graced Pakistani soil, the nation stands at the precipice of another historic moment. With the hands of the clock glued to the famous tower of Faisalabad ticking fast, the 2025 ICC Champions Trophy is all set to bring the… The Times of India · Feb 17, 2025
'Pakistan's bubble bursts ahead of the Champions Trophy' Pakistan were served a reality-check by New Zealand in the tri-series final on Friday, when the hosts suffered a one-sided defeat by five wickets at the National Stadium in Karachi, which comes as a jolt ahead of the Champions Trophy (CT). The Times of India · Feb 15, 2025
'Kaise pagal log hai ...': Basit Ali questions Pakistan's decision to open with Babar Azam NEW DELHI: Former Pakistan cricketer Basit Ali has strongly criticised the team's approach in the recently concluded tri-nation series, particularly questioning the decision to have Babar Azam open the innings. His comments came after Pakistan's five-wicket loss to New Zealand in the final at Karachi's National Stadium on Friday. The Times of India · Feb 15, 2025
Champions Trophy 2025 All Team Squads: Full Players List and Updates NEW DELHI: The ICC Champions Trophy is set to begin in Pakistan on February 19, marking its return after an eight-year gap. The marquee tournament will feature the top eight men’s ODI teams competing for the prestigious title. The teams are divided into two groups, with the top two from… The Times of India · Feb 14, 2025
'Bowling average 100 ki aur batting average 9 ki': Wasim Akram on Pakistan's Champions Trophy squad NEW DELHI: Pakistan selectors on Friday named the squad for the upcoming Champions Trophy scheduled to start from February 19. The Times of India · Feb 2, 2025
'A political selection; a joke': Former cricketers slam Pakistan's Champions Trophy squad Former Pakistan captain Rashid Latif has criticised the squad selected for the upcoming Champions Trophy 2025 by the hosts, calling it “a political selection” and blaming the national selection committee for making controversial decisions. The Times of India · Feb 2, 2025
No Saim Ayub, Fakhar Zaman returns in Pakistan's squad for Champions Trophy NEW DELHI: Pakistan on Friday brought back top-order batter Fakhar Zaman while Saim Ayub missed out due to injury as the selectors named the squad for the upcoming Champions Trophy schedule to start from February 19. The Times of India · Jan 31, 2025
'Dosti-yaari with umpires saves us': Pakistan all-rounder makes big revelation Pakistan allrounder Faheem Ashraf has made a huge revelation on the sidelines of the Champions Cup, admitting that friendship with umpires saves players in domestic cricket where they often exchange phone numbers. The Times of India · Sep 21, 2024
PSL: Islamabad United beat Karachi Kings in thrilling encounter NEW DELHI: Islamabad United emerged victorious against Karachi Kings, securing a vital five-wicket win propelled by outstanding performances from fast bowlers Tymal Mills and Faheem Ashraf in a riveting clash in the Pakistan Super League (PSL). The Times of India · Mar 8, 2024
Shaheen Afridi becomes third bowler to hit 100-wicket mark in PSL NEW DELHI: Pakistan star pacer Shaheen Afridi became the third bowler to claim 100 wickets in the Pakistan Super League during the Lahore Qalandars clash against Islamabad United. The Times of India · Mar 7, 2024
Nathan Lyon celebrates 500 wickets as Australia thrash Pakistan by 360 runs Nathan Lyon joins 500-wicket club as Australia bowl Pakistan out for 89, cruise to 360-run victory in Perth Test. The Hindu · Dec 17, 2023
The Independent UK · Dec 17, 2023 Australia spinner Nathan Lyon takes 500th Test wicket The 36-year-old follows in the footsteps of compatriots Shane Warne and Glenn McGrath.
The Times of India · Dec 17, 2023 1st Test: Australia hammer Pakistan by 360 runs, Nathan Lyon joins 500-wickets club Nathan Lyon achieved the remarkable feat of joining the exclusive 500-wicket club, contributing with two wickets on Sunday at the seam-friendly Optus Stadium track, as Australia bowled out Pakistan for a mere 89 to secure a commanding 360-run victory in the first Test.
The Guardian - AU · Dec 17, 2023 Australia crush Pakistan in first Test as Nathan Lyon takes 500th wicket – as it happened Australia completed a resounding 360-run victory over Pakistan on day four as spinner Nathan Lyon claimed his 500th Test wicket
AAP · Dec 17, 2023 Lyon can join Warne past 700 Test wickets: Pat Cummins In a ringing endorsement of his long-time teammate, Pat Cummins believes Nathan Lyon could join Shane Warne in reaching 700 Test wickets.
The Guardian - AU · Dec 16, 2023 Australia v Pakistan: first Test, day three – as it happened Over-by-over: Despite the loss of David Warner for a duck, Australia are slowly extending their lead after Pakistan’s batters crumbled
The Hindu · Dec 14, 2023 AUS vs PAK, 1st Test | David Warner's powerful 164 in farewell series leads Australia to 346/5 David Warner hits 164 in farewell Test series as Australia reach 346/5 vs Pakistan's inexperienced bowlers
The Times of India · Dec 13, 2023 Shaheen Afridi named vice-captain for Test series against Australia NEW DELHI: Pakistan speedster Shaheen Afridi was on Wednesday named the vice-captain of the Test team for the series against Australia, starting December 14 in Perth.
The Times of India · Dec 13, 2023 Pakistan name two debutants in playing XI for 1st Test against Australia NEW DELHI: On the eve of the first Test against Australia, Pakistan unveiled their playing XI, featuring two Test debutants and the return of key players. Shan Masood, leading the team as skipper for the first time, has made significant changes to the squad for the Perth Test.
AAP · Dec 8, 2023 Renshaw pushes Test case with ton against Pakistan Matt Renshaw has put himself firmly into the conversation to replace retiring opener David Warner with a patient century against Pakistan.
The Hindu · Sep 6, 2023 Asia Cup | Pakistan pace trio too hot to handle as Bangladesh bowled out for 193 Bangladesh skipper Shakib Al Hasan won the toss and elected to bat vs Pakistan in a Super 4 Asia Cup match. Litton Das replaced injured Najmul Hossain Shanto, while Pakistan replaced Mohammad Nawaz with Faheem Ashraf. Pakistan: Fakhar Zaman, Imam-ul-Haq, Babar Azam (c), Mohammad Rizwan (wk), Agha Salman, Iftikhar Ahmed,…
The Hindu · Aug 9, 2023 Pakistan recall Ashraf, Shakeel for ODI series vs Afghanistan Pakistan named all-rounder Faheem Ashraf and Saud Shakeel in their 18-member squad that will take on Afghanistan in a three-match ODI series