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PCB has named a 15-member ODI squad for the Bangladesh series, with Babar Azam and Saim Ayub omitted. Shaheen Afridi will captain the side, and six uncapped players have been included for the three matches in Dhaka.
Sahibzada Farhan and Fakhar Zaman powered Pakistan to a massive total against Sri Lanka in a must-win Super Eight game. Farhan’s century made him the first cricketer to score two hundreds in a single T20 World Cup campaign.
Sahibzada Farhan overtook Virat Kohli’s record for the most runs in a single T20 World Cup edition during Pakistan’s Super Eight clash with Sri Lanka. His knock helped Pakistan post 212 for 8 as they chase a semi-final spot.
Pakistan mounted a spirited chase of 361 but were all out for 345 as South Africa won by 16 runs to clinch the ODI series. Key knocks from Dercksen and Brits set up the hosts, while Zafar and Fatima Sana led Pakistan’s fightback.
Pakistan’s semi-final chances in the T20 World Cup have been thrown into doubt after a narrow defeat to England. With group standings tightening, Pakistan now need a win over Sri Lanka and favourable results elsewhere—or a big margin victory depending on outcomes.
The Rawalpindi franchise for PSL 11 announced its official team name as “Pindiz” via a short social media video. The franchise, previously linked to Multan, said it will unveil a logo soon ahead of PSL 11 running from March 26 to May 3.
National athlete Rizwan Pathan, a medal winner in martial arts and gymnastics, says financial hardship has forced him to work at a marble factory in Nowshera. He has sought sponsorship to return to sport and represent Pakistan internationally.
Pakistan coach Mike Hesson says Babar Azam’s batting slot is being decided on tactical needs, especially the demands of the powerplay. He adds that match-ups and conditions can also drive in-game promotions in the batting order.
PCB Chairman Mohsin Naqvi met Pakistan’s hockey players in Lahore and pledged full support after allegations of mistreatment during the Pro Hockey League. He ordered immediate travel and kit arrangements, launched a training camp plan, and reiterated he will support players without taking over the PHF.
Pakistani-American fans in Texas reacted with anger and disappointment after Pakistan’s loss to India, with watch parties turning sombre as the match slipped away. Many called for merit-based selection, transparency and structural reforms within Pakistan cricket.
Pakistan captain Salman Ali Agha has attributed the loss to India to weak execution and an early batting collapse that left the team chasing the game. Coach Mike Hesson also admitted India outclassed Pakistan and said the squad was dejected after the performance.
Rain is forecast as a potential disruptor for the Pakistan vs India T20 World Cup match. The report says teams are weighing tactical options in case weather forces a shortened or interrupted game.
