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The Pakistan Cricket Board has announced a 15-member squad for the ICC Men’s T20 World Cup 2026, where they are placed in Group A and scheduled to face Netherlands in their opening game on 7 February in Colombo. The names were unveiled during a press conference addressed by the PCB Director High Performance and member…

In a historic and dramatic shake-up just weeks before the tournament opener, the International Cricket Council (ICC) has officially removed Bangladesh from the 2026 T20 World Cup roster. Following a protracted standoff over security arrangements and venue demands, the ICC has confirmed that Scotland will replace the Tigers in Group C. The Standoff The decision…

Sydney Sixers have booked their place in the Big Bash League final with a commanding 57-run victory over the Hobart Hurricanes at the SCG. Anchored by a classy half-century from Steven Smith and a breakout all-round performance from Joel Davies, the Sixers posted an imposing total of 198 before dismantling the Hurricanes' chase. The victory…

Pakistan has announced their 16-member squad for the upcoming three-match T20I series against Australia in Lahore. This series serves as the final audition ahead of the T20 World Cup, which begins on February 7 in Colombo. The selection is headlined by the return of Shaheen Shah Afridi and the exclusion of pacer Haris Rauf, despite…

Today, Tuesday, January 20, 2026, is a busy day in the cricket world, featuring a mix of marquee franchise league matches, international youth tournaments, and high-stakes off-field drama. 🏏 Live & Upcoming Matches The biggest match on today's schedule is in the Women's Premier League (WPL), alongside several international qualifiers and youth matches. WPL 2026:Delhi…

Lahore, 19 January 2026: The HBL Pakistan Super League has announced a series of landmark developments ahead of its 11th edition, reinforcing the League’s continued growth, competitiveness, and commitment to innovation. In a historic move after a decade of success, the HBL Pakistan Super League (HBL PSL 11) will transition to a Player Auction Model, replacing…

Major announcements and updates in the cricket world as of today, January 18, 2026, center on leadership shifts, World Cup preparations, and significant diplomatic tensions in the sport. 1. Retirement: Alyssa Healy Steps Down In a massive announcement for women’s cricket, Australian captain Alyssa Healy has officially announced she will retire from all forms of…

It is a busy time in the cricket world as we head into the second half of January 2026. The focus is currently split between the U19 World Cup, the Women’s Premier League (WPL), and major international shifts ahead of the T20 World Cup coming up in February. Here is the breakdown of the biggest…

At almost 36, Australia's Ashes hero has never been faster or in better form, and that's down to decades of discipline and diligence he has put into his craft The legend of Mitchell Starc is defined by the same relentless pursuit of excellence that governed the career of the great baseball pitcher Nolan Ryan. Ryan…

Ben Dwarshuis led a brilliant bowling performance, picking up 4 wickets for just 13 runs, as the Sydney Sixers thrashed the Melbourne Stars by six wickets at the MCG on Thursday. Asked to bowl first, the Sixers restricted the Stars to a modest total of 128, with Dwarshuis spearheading the attack. He bowled a game-changing…

In a poignant farewell to his Test career, Usman Khawaja expressed deep gratitude after his final match, despite it not ending in the fairy-tale fashion he had imagined. The 88th and final Test of Khawaja's illustrious career saw him dismissed for just six runs in Australia's chase, but the team ultimately secured a 4-1 Ashes…