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Pakistan-Afghanistan tensions hit PSL, players pull out

Pakistan-Afghanistan tensions hit PSL, players pull out

Rediff.com12 Feb 2026

Afghanistan players withdrew from the Pakistan Super League (PSL) auction following backlash over the direct signing of Rahmanullah Gurbaz, reflecting strained relations between Pakistan and Afghanistan.

Steve Smith becomes PSL's most expensive player ever!

Steve Smith becomes PSL's most expensive player ever!

Rediff.com12 Feb 2026

Steve Smith becomes the most expensive player in Pakistan Super League history after being signed by Sialkot Stallions for PKR 14 crore.

Agni Chopra Denies Registering for Pakistan Super League

Agni Chopra Denies Registering for Pakistan Super League

Rediff.com8 Feb 2026

The batter, who has played for Mizoram in Ranji Trophy, calls reports "fake and misleading" after his name appears on a PCB auction list.

Pakistan Super League at the centre of bitter row over franchise ownership

Pakistan Super League at the centre of bitter row over franchise ownership

Rediff.com1 days ago

The Pakistan Cricket Board (PCB) is dealing with ownership disputes in multiple Pakistan Super League (PSL) franchises, including Sialkot and Lahore Qalandars, raising concerns about the league's stability.

T20 World Cup: 'International cricket will expose you': Amir fires Abhishek

T20 World Cup: 'International cricket will expose you': Amir fires Abhishek

Rediff.com2 days ago

Former Pakistan pacer Mohammad Amir critiques Abhishek Sharma's recent performances in the T20 World Cup, highlighting technical flaws and vulnerability to strategic bowling.

Gillespie back in Pakistan cricket as coach of PSL franchise

Gillespie back in Pakistan cricket as coach of PSL franchise

Rediff.com29 Jan 2026

Australia's former pacer will be back in Pakistan cricket as head coach of Pakistan Super League's new franchise, Kingsmen Hyderabad, after parting ways with PCB in late 2024 following a stint with the national men's team.

Steve Smith turns to PSL after T20 World Cup snub

Steve Smith turns to PSL after T20 World Cup snub

Rediff.com4 Feb 2026

After being snubbed at the IPL auctions, Australian Steve Smith has moved to the Pakistan Super League to revive T20 career.

PCB running Multan Sultans: A risk to PSL's credibility?

PCB running Multan Sultans: A risk to PSL's credibility?

Rediff.com29 Dec 2025

This is the first time since the league was launched in 2016 that the board will be directly running a franchise, raising questions over this move which could endanger the reputation of the PSL as a brand.

After IPL snub, Mustafizur joins PSL!

After IPL snub, Mustafizur joins PSL!

Rediff.com6 Jan 2026

The Pakistan Cricket Board (PCB), through its official PSL handle on 'X', announced that Mustafizur will be playing the next edition of the Pakistan Super League even though the players' auction for it is yet to be done.

Mustafizur Rahman to play for PSL's Lahore Qalandars

Mustafizur Rahman to play for PSL's Lahore Qalandars

Rediff.com5 Feb 2026

Lahore Qalandars announced the direct signing of Mustafizur Rahman for the Pakistan Super League's Season 11 following the release of the Bangladesh pacer by IPL franchise Kolkata Knight Riders.

PSL Drama: Multan Sultans owner rips PCB legal notice

PSL Drama: Multan Sultans owner rips PCB legal notice

Rediff.com24 Oct 2025

Pakistan Super League franchise Multan Sultans' owner Ali Tareen tore up a legal notice sent to him by the PCB threatening to blacklist him and terminate the contract of his team.

Du Plessis pulls out of IPL 2026 auction; to play in PSL

Du Plessis pulls out of IPL 2026 auction; to play in PSL

Rediff.com29 Nov 2025

Former South Africa captain Faf du Plessis has pulled out of next month's IPL 2026 auction and will instead play in the Pakistan Super League.

T20 World Cup: India match no-show could cost Pakistan millions

T20 World Cup: India match no-show could cost Pakistan millions

Rediff.com1 Feb 2026

The International Cricket Council is set to take a slew of punitive actions against Pakistan in the wake of their government's decision to boycott the T20 World Cup match against India, including a possible ban from the upcoming edition of the marquee event.

T2-0 WC: Skipping India game may hit PCB where it hurts

T2-0 WC: Skipping India game may hit PCB where it hurts

Rediff.com4 Feb 2026

The Pakistan Cricket Board (PCB) could face massive financial losses if the ICC's all-powerful governing board decides to penalise them for refusing to play the T20 World Cup match against India on February 15 in Colombo.

ICC Threats Forced Pakistan To Stay In T20 World Cup?

ICC Threats Forced Pakistan To Stay In T20 World Cup?

Rediff.com25 Jan 2026

The ICC has reportedly threatened Pakistan Cricket Board with tough penalties including sanctions and suspension of bilateral series if it also pulls out of the upcoming T20 World Cup in support of Bangladesh.

Akram Takes A Dig At IPL: 'It Never Ends'

Akram Takes A Dig At IPL: 'It Never Ends'

Rediff.com9 Dec 2025

'Bacchey bade ho jate hain, woh league khatam hi nahi hoti.'

T20 World Cup rocked! Pakistan to boycott India clash

T20 World Cup rocked! Pakistan to boycott India clash

Rediff.com2 Feb 2026

Pakistan on Sunday announced a boycott of its high-profile men's T20 World Cup group league match against India, a move that is likely to have repercussions, even as the government cleared the national team's participation in the rest of the global event, starting February 7.

Why Pakistan wants to reschedule Australia ODI series

Why Pakistan wants to reschedule Australia ODI series

Rediff.com24 Nov 2025

The series is part of a twin tour by Australia to Pakistan for a three-match T20 series from January 30 to February 5 to prepare for the T20 World Cup, and they are then scheduled to return for the ODIs, scheduled for March 13 to 19.

PSL to clash with IPL again! PCB eyes bigger viewership

PSL to clash with IPL again! PCB eyes bigger viewership

Rediff.com11 Jun 2025

The Pakistan Super League (PSL) next year is set to clash with the high-profile Indian Super League as the Pakistan Cricket Board (PCB) is mulling to hold the event in the same window as the IPL.

Why Jason Gillespie quit Pakistan job

Why Jason Gillespie quit Pakistan job

Rediff.com1 Jan 2026

Jason Gillespie's short stint as Pakistan's Test coach ended amid internal friction rather than on-field failure, with the former Australian pacer now revealing serious governance issues within the PCB.

PCB confirms PSL return with new twist

PCB confirms PSL return with new twist

Rediff.com13 May 2025

The PCB on Tuesday confirmed the resumption of the Pakistan Super League on May 17, following a ceasefire between India and Pakistan.

PSL match postponed; English players may return home

PSL match postponed; English players may return home

Rediff.com8 May 2025

PSL match between Karachi Kings and Peshawar Zalmi in Rawalpindi rescheduled

India-Pak tensions force PSL out of Pakistan

India-Pak tensions force PSL out of Pakistan

Rediff.com9 May 2025

The Pakistan Cricket Board (PCB) has decided to shift the remaining matches of the Pakistan Super League (PSL) to the UAE due to the ongoing military confrontation with India.

Why IPL, PSL Winners May Miss World Clubs T20

Why IPL, PSL Winners May Miss World Clubs T20

Rediff.com6 Jul 2025

Pakistan is likely to be sidelined from the World Clubs T20 Championship expected to be launched next year.

PSL in chaos: Pakistan ousts Indian crew amid tensions

PSL in chaos: Pakistan ousts Indian crew amid tensions

Rediff.com24 Apr 2025

The experienced Indian crew members in Pakistan Cricket Board's roster set to be replaced after escalating cross-border tensions in the aftermath of Pahalgam terrorist attack.

PSL to start after IPL matches to avoid direct clash

PSL to start after IPL matches to avoid direct clash

Rediff.com10 Apr 2025

The Pakistan Super League (PSL) has scheduled its matches to begin one hour after the Indian Premier League (IPL) matches to minimize direct airtime clashes.

India-Pak conflict puts PSL on the brink!

India-Pak conflict puts PSL on the brink!

Rediff.com8 May 2025

Amid Indian strikes, PCB in huddle to decide whether PSL should continue

No PSL in Dubai? UAE Board set to decline PCB's plea

No PSL in Dubai? UAE Board set to decline PCB's plea

Rediff.com9 May 2025

UAE set to decline PCB request to host PSL games

SEE: Is PSL better than the IPL? Billings spills truth bomb

SEE: Is PSL better than the IPL? Billings spills truth bomb

Rediff.com17 Apr 2025

This is not the first time an IPL-related reference was made at a PSL media briefing.

Viewers will leave the IPL to watch PSL, claims Hasan Ali

Viewers will leave the IPL to watch PSL, claims Hasan Ali

Rediff.com9 Apr 2025

Even though IPL is widely regarded as the top T20 tournament worldwide, Hasan is optimistic that despite the scheduling clash, viewers will prefer to watch PSL if the players up the ante and perform better.

PSL postponed as PCB's efforts to woo UAE fail

PSL postponed as PCB's efforts to woo UAE fail

Rediff.com9 May 2025

PSL postponed on advice PM Sharif: PCB

PSL vs IPL? Bosch's switch sparks legal firestorm

PSL vs IPL? Bosch's switch sparks legal firestorm

Rediff.com16 Mar 2025

The Pakistan Cricket Board (PCB) has issued a legal notice to South African cricketer Corbin Bosch for breaching his contractual obligations with the board.

Basit Ali's take sparks PSL vs IPL debate again

Basit Ali's take sparks PSL vs IPL debate again

Rediff.com22 Apr 2025

Basit's unfiltered endorsement of the IPL -- despite the inevitable backlash -- adds weight to a conversation many shy away from.

Overseas stars to quit PSL after Operation Sindoor?

Overseas stars to quit PSL after Operation Sindoor?

Rediff.com7 May 2025

The Pakistan Cricket Board (PCB) has confirmed that the Pakistan Super League (PSL) will continue as scheduled despite escalating tensions with India.

Pak to get Shadab boost for tri-series

Pak to get Shadab boost for tri-series

Rediff.com11 Nov 2025

The source said the selectors might ask Shadab to join the team for the ongoing home series against Sri Lanka to get back to full match fitness under the supervision of the national team management.

England's Vince alleges ECB favouring IPL over PSL

England's Vince alleges ECB favouring IPL over PSL

Rediff.com21 Jan 2025

The England Cricket Board has refrained from issuing NOCs to all-format players to play in the Pakistan Super League

'The Intent Is To Make A Better Bank In The Future'

'The Intent Is To Make A Better Bank In The Future'

Rediff.com28 Oct 2025

'As the team builds, each of them will bring in a different perspective, new thinking.'

Pakistan's PSL to clash with IPL next year

Pakistan's PSL to clash with IPL next year

Rediff.com17 May 2024

PCB is looking to take advantage of the window set aside for the IPL each year to hold the PSL in the same time-frame.

'We can beat any team': Pakistan captain Agha warns India

'We can beat any team': Pakistan captain Agha warns India

Rediff.com13 Sep 2025

If Pakistan execute their game plan and play good cricket, they can beat any team, including India in the Asia Cup, captain Salman Agha said.

Bank OTS scheme not a borrower's right without upfront payment: SC

Bank OTS scheme not a borrower's right without upfront payment: SC

Rediff.com18 Sep 2025

The Supreme Court has ruled that a bank's one-time settlement (OTS) scheme cannot be invoked as a matter of right and that borrowers must strictly comply with its mandatory conditions, including upfront payment of a specified portion of dues, to avail themselves of the benefits of the scheme.