The Latest Breaking News from the Pakistan Cricket Board

Pakistan squad cull came as a surprise to skipper Babar Azam

Heavy defeats at Headingley and Lord’s were met with sweeping changes by the Pakistan Cricket Board.

The Independent UK · Sep 8

Pakistan launch player conduct investigation during dysfunctional England tour

Pakistan have launched an investigation into ‘discipline and conduct’ during their highly dysfunctional tour of England, with two players understood to have had their mobile phones confiscated as part of the inquiry

The Guardian - UK · Sep 7

Pakistan cricket hit by match-fixing controversy again: Players’ phones confiscated as seven players sent home

Pakistan cricket has come under scrutiny after the PCB made sweeping changes during the England Test series. Seven players were dropped, several new players were added, and the board confirmed an internal disciplinary inquiry following reports concerning discipline and conduct. A report also claimed that some players’ phones were taken…

The Economic Times · Sep 7

Pakistan moves its T20 cricket tournament to Dubai because of concerns over India conflict

The Pakistan Cricket Board has shifted the remaining eight matches of its Pakistan Super League Twenty20 competition to Dubai in the United Arab Emirates following rising military tensions between India and Pakistan

The Independent UK · May 9, 2025

Pakistan Super League game involving English trio postponed amid India tensions

James Vince, Tom Kohler-Cadmore and Luke Wood were due to feature in the match between Karachi Kings and Peshawar Zalmi.

The Independent UK · May 8, 2025

'We will continue to fall further, if ...': Inzamam-ul-Haq criticises Pakistan cricket administration over decline in performance

Former Pakistan captain Inzamam-ul-Haq has expressed his concerns over the ongoing decline in Pakistan cricket, attributing the issues to poor decision-making and frequent changes within the Pakistan Cricket Board (PCB). Speaking to journalists in Lahore, Inzamam highlighted how the lack of stability and consistent planning has negatively impacted the national…

The Times of India · Mar 17, 2025

EXPLAINED: Player replacement rules in IPL 2025

The rules around replacement of players by a team in the Indian Premier League (IPL) became a matter of intrigue after Corbin Bosch's inclusion in the Mumbai Indians' squad for Lizaad Williams was reported as alleged breach of his existing contract with Pakistan Super League (PSL), with Bosch facing legal…

The Times of India · Mar 17, 2025

Corbin Bosch faces legal action from PCB for breach of PSL contract

The Pakistan Cricket Board (PCB) has served a legal notice to South African cricketer Corbin Bosch for breaching his contract by failing to honour his commitment to the Pakistan Super League (PSL).

The Times of India · Mar 16, 2025

PCB reviews match fee cuts amid Babar Azam's opt-out from National T20 Championship

The Pakistan Cricket Board (PCB) has found itself at the center of controversy after ordering a review of its decision to reduce match fees for players and reserves participating in the National T20 Championship. PCB chairman Mohsin Naqvi directed the review following a strong backlash from cricket circles, with many…

The Times of India · Mar 13, 2025

'Thank You Pakistan': ICC lauds PCB for successful Champions Trophy 2025

The International Cricket Council (ICC) has extended its heartfelt gratitude to the Pakistan Cricket Board (PCB) for the successful hosting of the ICC Men's Champions Trophy 2025. The tournament marked the much-anticipated return of an ICC event to Pakistan for the first time since 1996, symbolising a historic moment for…

The Times of India · Mar 12, 2025