Pakistan Cricket Board: News

PCB reveals why Indian flag is missing from Pakistan stadiums

Ahead of the 2025 Champions Trophy, the Pakistan Cricket Board (PCB) has explained why Indian flags are missing in Pakistani stadiums.

CT: Absence of Indian flag at Karachi stadium sparks controversy

The absence of the Indian flag at Karachi's National Bank Stadium, a venue for the ICC Champions Trophy 2025, has triggered a controversy.

14 Feb 2025

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PCB chairman optimistic about hosting more ICC events post 2025

PCB Chairman Mohsin Naqvi hopes the successful hosting of the ICC Champions Trophy 2025 will pave the way for more international cricket in Pakistan.

08 Feb 2025

Fakhar Zaman

Fakhar Zaman clarifies reason behind his exclusion from Pakistan team

Fakhar Zaman, a linchpin of Pakistan's cricket team, has now explained why he was dropped from the squad temporarily last year.

07 Feb 2025

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Champions Trophy: Saim Ayub to miss tournament, confirms PCB

The Pakistan Cricket Board (PCB) has announced that opening batsman Saim Ayub will miss the upcoming ICC Champions Trophy due to an ankle injury.

06 Feb 2025

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Gaddafi Stadium renovation completed, ready for Champions Trophy action

The Pakistan Cricket Board (PCB) has confirmed the completion of renovation work at Lahore's Gaddafi Stadium.

02 Feb 2025

Cricket News

Munawar becomes first female manager of Pakistan men's cricket team

In a historic move, the Pakistan Cricket Board (PCB) has appointed Hina Munawar as the first female manager of the Pakistan men's cricket team, marking a groundbreaking decision ahead of the ICC Champions Trophy.

01 Feb 2025

Fakhar Zaman

Fakhar back, no Ayub: Takeaways from Pakistan's Champions Trophy squad 

Fakhar Zaman has been brought back into Pakistan's squad for the upcoming Champions Trophy, after a spat with the Pakistan Cricket Board (PCB) over a social media post in October 2024.

30 Jan 2025

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Champions Trophy 2025: Lahore to host grand opening ceremony

The Pakistan Cricket Board (PCB), along with the International Cricket Council (ICC), will host the opening ceremony of the 2025 Champions Trophy on February 16.

PCB reveals Gaddafi Stadium's hand over dates amidst rising concerns

The Pakistan Cricket Board (PCB) has confirmed that control of Lahore's Gaddafi Stadium will be transferred to the International Cricket Council (ICC) on February 11.

29 Jan 2025

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PCB confident about Karachi's National Stadium readiness for Champions Trophy

The Pakistan Cricket Board (PCB) remains confident that Karachi's National Stadium will be ready for the ICC Champions Trophy 2025, starting February 19.

26 Jan 2025

Shaheen Afridi

Champions Trophy: PCB Chairman gives update on Saim Ayub's injury 

Pakistan Cricket Board (PCB) Chairman Mohsin Naqvi has given an update on the condition of opening batter Saim Ayub.

PCB announces schedule for tri-nation ODI series: Details here

The Pakistan Cricket Board (PCB) has officially announced the schedule for the upcoming tri-nation One Day International (ODI) series.

22 Jan 2025

Shan Masood

Champions Trophy: Shan Masood likely to replace injured Saim Ayub

Pakistan's Test captain Shan Masood is being seen as a possible replacement for the injured Saim Ayub in the upcoming Champions Trophy.

21 Jan 2025

Cricket News

PCB assures completion of Champions Trophy venues by January end

The Pakistan Cricket Board (PCB) has confirmed the three stadiums allotted for the upcoming Champions Trophy, will be ready by the end of January.

21 Jan 2025

BCCI

BCCI refuses to print 'Pakistan' on Team India's jersey

The Board of Control for Cricket in India (BCCI) has landed itself in a controversy by denying to print the name 'Pakistan' on Team India's jerseys for the upcoming ICC Champions Trophy.

16 Jan 2025

Fakhar Zaman

Fakhar Zaman expresses disappointment over not playing in India

Pakistan's top cricketer, Fakhar Zaman, has expressed his regret over the recent agreement between India and Pakistan.

15 Jan 2025

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Champions Trophy: PCB sets ticket prices starting at ₹310

The Pakistan Cricket Board (PCB) has fixed the minimum price of ICC Champions Trophy tickets at 1,000 Pakistani rupees, which is ₹310 in Indian currency.

11 Jan 2025

Pakistan Cricket Team

Pakistan announce revamped squad for West Indies Test series

The Pakistan Cricket Board (PCB) has announced a drastically changed 15-member squad for the upcoming two-match Test series at home against West Indies.

08 Jan 2025

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PCB relocates tri-series to Lahore and Karachi amid stadium renovations

The Pakistan Cricket Board (PCB) has announced a change of venue for its upcoming One Day International (ODI) tri-series, involving New Zealand and South Africa.

Champions Trophy: Construction work at key Pakistan stadiums remains incomplete

With the Champions Trophy just around the corner, the International Cricket Council (ICC) has been in a spot of bother with major construction work at important Pakistani stadiums still incomplete.

05 Jan 2025

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Pakistan's Saim Ayub to undergo ankle fracture treatment in London

Pakistan cricket team's opening batter, Saim Ayub, will head to London for specialized treatment of his ankle fracture.

04 Jan 2025

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Saim Ayub ruled out of Newlands Test due to injury

Saim Ayub, the promising opener of Pakistan cricket team, has been ruled out of the ongoing Newlands Test due to an ankle injury.

28 Dec 2024

Shaheen Afridi

Shaheen Afridi remains silent on Test omission controversy: Details here

Pakistan's star left-arm pacer Shaheen Afridi has decided to keep mum over his exclusion from the Test squad for the ongoing series against South Africa.

25 Dec 2024

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Year Ender: 2025 Champions Trophy saga finally concluded

The 2025 Champions Trophy saga has been finally concluded with the International Cricket Council (ICC) announcing the official schedule on December 24.

24 Dec 2024

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Champions Trophy, Dubai to host India-Pakistan match: Complete schedule 

The International Cricket Council (ICC) has finally released the schedule and groups for the much-awaited 2025 Champions Trophy.

21 Dec 2024

Ahmed Shehzad

Ahmed Shehzad criticizes PCB over Champions Trophy 2025 decision

Ahmed Shehzad, a star Pakistani cricketer, has expressed his disappointment with the Pakistan Cricket Board's (PCB) decision to adopt a hybrid model for the ICC Champions Trophy 2025.

ICC approves hybrid model for Champions Trophy, neutral venues decided

The International Cricket Council (ICC) has approved a hybrid model for the 2025 Champions Trophy and other events in the 2024-27 cycle.

Pakistan to host major ICC event in 2028: Details here

The International Cricket Council (ICC) has reportedly awarded Pakistan hosting rights for a major cricket event in 2028.

16 Dec 2024

Gary Kirsten

What prompted Jason Gillespie to resign as Pakistan's Test coach

Jason Gillespie has resigned as Pakistan's Test coach over poor communication and exclusion from key decisions by the Pakistan Cricket Board (PCB).

14 Dec 2024

Mohammad Amir

Mohammad Amir retires from international cricket for 2nd time

Famed Pakistani pacer Mohammad Amir has announced his retirement from international cricket.

ICC approves hybrid model for 2025 Champions Trophy

The International Cricket Council (ICC) has approved a hybrid model for the 2025 ICC Champions Trophy.

13 Dec 2024

Jason Gillespie

Jason Gillespie resigns as Team Pakistan's head coach

Jason Gillespie has resigned as the head coach of Pakistan's Test cricket team after differences with the Pakistan Cricket Board (PCB) over management decisions.

12 Dec 2024

Jason Gillespie

Gillespie inches closer toward exit as Pakistan Test head coach

Jason Gillespie is inching closer toward exit as the head coach of Pakistan's Test cricket team, amid rising tensions with the Pakistan Cricket Board (PCB).

ICC mulls T20 format for 2025 Champions Trophy amid disputes

The International Cricket Council (ICC) is struggling to finalize the schedule for the 2025 Champions Trophy, scheduled from February 19 to March 9.

11 Dec 2024

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PCB may face financial losses, lawsuits over Champions Trophy withdrawal

The Pakistan Cricket Board (PCB) is staring at financial losses and legal trouble as it disagrees with the format of the upcoming ICC Champions Trophy.

Decision on Champions Trophy likely on December 11: Details here

The Pakistan Cricket Board (PCB) has reportedly asked the International Cricket Council (ICC) for a written guarantee on retaining the hybrid model for impending global tournaments.

07 Dec 2024

David Warner

PSL 2025: Unsold IPL stars offered lucrative deals to participate

Due to a congested cricket calendar, the Pakistan Super League (PSL) 2025 will overlap with the Indian Premier League (IPL) for the first time.

04 Dec 2024

Indian Cricket Team

ICC Champions Trophy: Shoaib Akhtar makes this statement on India

The Board of Control for Cricket in India (BCCI) had decided against sending the Indian cricket team to Pakistan for the 2025 Champions Trophy. This came after the Indian government denied clearance for the trip.

02 Dec 2024

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Shoaib Akhtar's fiery take on ICC Champions Trophy controversy

Former Pakistani fast bowler Shoaib Akhtar has spoken on the ongoing ICC Champions Trophy controversy.

01 Dec 2024

BCCI

PCB agrees to hybrid model for Champions Trophy, tables demands

The Pakistan Cricket Board (PCB) has reportedly agreed to a hybrid model for the upcoming ICC Champions Trophy.

29 Nov 2024

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Decision on Champions Trophy venue deferred again: Here's why 

The International Cricket Council (ICC) has once again deferred the final decision on the venue for the next 2025 ICC Champions Trophy.

28 Nov 2024

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Pakistan may lose 2025 Champions Trophy hosting rights: Here's why

The 2025 ICC Champions Trophy, which is to be hosted by Pakistan, may be moved out of the country amid its continuing political turmoil, reported IANS.

27 Nov 2024

Cricket News

SL A's tour of Pakistan cut short amid political unrest

The ongoing series between Sri Lanka's A team and Pakistan Shaheens has been abruptly halted amid escalating political unrest in Islamabad.

ICC to decide on Champions Trophy venue on November 29

The International Cricket Council (ICC) has called a board meeting on November 29 to settle the ambiguity over the 2025 Champions Trophy venue.

ICC to take call on hybrid model for Champions Trophy

The International Cricket Council (ICC) will hold an emergency meeting on November 26, to discuss the future of the 2025 Champions Trophy.

22 Nov 2024

Azhar Ali

Azhar Ali named PCB's head of youth development

Former Pakistan cricket team captain, Azhar Ali, has been appointed as the head of youth development at the Pakistan Cricket Board (PCB).

21 Nov 2024

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PCB appoints Sumair Ahmad as Champions Trophy director amid tussle

The Pakistan Cricket Board (PCB) has named its Chief Operating Officer, Sumair Ahmad, as the 2025 ICC Champions Trophy director.

20 Nov 2024

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Aaqib Javed outlines his strategy as Pakistan's interim white-ball coach

Newly appointed interim white-ball coach for Pakistan, Aaqib Javed, has laid down his plan of action, focusing on ODIs and the Champions Trophy.