News for 'Pakistan Cricket Board'

PCB blames ICC for Champions Trophy final fracas

PCB blames ICC for Champions Trophy final fracas

Rediff.com24 Mar 2025

The Pakistan Cricket Board's chief operating officer Sumair Ahmed has blamed the ICC for the mismanagement at the final presentation ceremony of the Champions Trophy in Dubai.

Pakistan cricket won't die if we don't play against India, says Miandad

Pakistan cricket won't die if we don't play against India, says Miandad

Rediff.com5 Jan 2018

Pakistan's former captain and coach Javed Miandad has called on his country's Cricket Board to forget about playing India in the near future and instead focus on improving the game's structure.

Cricket feud intensifies: Pakistan's WC participation hangs in balance

Cricket feud intensifies: Pakistan's WC participation hangs in balance

Rediff.com29 May 2023

ICC leaders in Pakistan to secure World Cup participation

No reason to believe that Champions Trophy will not be held in Pakistan: PCB

No reason to believe that Champions Trophy will not be held in Pakistan: PCB

Rediff.com24 Mar 2024

The Pakistan Cricket Board (PCB) is optimistic that it will be able to host Champions Trophy next year as a delegation of the International Cricket Council (ICC) is set to reach the country on Monday to inspect the ongoing preparations for the prestigious tournament.

Buttler named in England squads for WI series

Buttler named in England squads for WI series

Rediff.com14 May 2025

British media reports said all 10 English players involved with the IPL will hold a meeting with the Professional Cricketers' Association over security arrangements for a potential return to India.

Who will be Pakistan's new captain?

Who will be Pakistan's new captain?

Rediff.com2 Oct 2024

Babar Azam announced that he will be stepping down as the white-ball captain of the Pakistan cricket team, wicketkeeper-batter Mohammad Rizwan is likely to take his place

Where can IPL 2025 be completed?

Where can IPL 2025 be completed?

Rediff.com9 May 2025

Will the BCCI listen to Vaughan's suggestion?

Why Pakistan cricket team is not touring Bangladesh

Why Pakistan cricket team is not touring Bangladesh

Rediff.com27 Apr 2017

Pakistan has called off their scheduled cricket tour of Bangladesh this year, the country's board chairman Shaharyar Khan has said.

Champions Trophy: Pakistan relents; India's matches in UAE

Champions Trophy: Pakistan relents; India's matches in UAE

Rediff.com7 Nov 2024

The Pakistan Cricket Board is willing to make 'adjustments' in the schedule of the 2025 Champions Trophy, with matches involving India taking place in the UAE.

Gun Shots Or Cricket Shots?

Gun Shots Or Cricket Shots?

Rediff.com1 Mar 2025

'I will watch India's match against New Zealand with no tension -- just enjoy the cricket.'

Pakistan slip to 8th; India No 1 in World Test Championship Standings

Pakistan slip to 8th; India No 1 in World Test Championship Standings

Rediff.com27 Aug 2024

Pakistan slipped to eighth in the World Test Championship standings following their 10-wicket loss to Bangladesh.

PCB make change to indicate Champions Trophy readiness

PCB make change to indicate Champions Trophy readiness

Rediff.com8 Jan 2025

The PCB is upgrading the facilities at all three venues in the country as Pakistan prepares to host an ICC tournament for the first time since 1996, when they co-hosted the ODI World Cup.

Can you believe Champions Trophy tickets start at....

Can you believe Champions Trophy tickets start at....

Rediff.com15 Jan 2025

The Pakistan Cricket Board (PCB) has announced ticket prices for the upcoming Champions Trophy, with the lowest priced ticket starting at PKR 1000 for the General Enclosure for all matches in Karachi, Lahore, and Rawalpindi.

Is This Why Kohli Quit Test Cricket?

Is This Why Kohli Quit Test Cricket?

Rediff.com14 May 2025

He was seeking a new purpose -- something to reignite his passion and spark a personal resurgence. But under the current team management, Kohli felt that he wasn't getting the environment, autonomy, or energy he needed.

PCB 'ready to host successful Champions Trophy'

PCB 'ready to host successful Champions Trophy'

Rediff.com18 Feb 2025

Former President Asif Ali Zardari will be the chief guest at the opening match between Pakistan and New Zealand at the National Stadium in Karachi.

Champions Trophy in Pakistan: Will India participate?

Champions Trophy in Pakistan: Will India participate?

Rediff.com5 Jul 2024

Champions Trophy headlines Pakistan's home season but India uncertainty remains

Babar, Afridi Denied Permission To Play In Canada

Babar, Afridi Denied Permission To Play In Canada

Rediff.com20 Jul 2024

Babar Azam, Shaheen Afridi and Mohammad Rizwan have been denied permission by the PCB to play in the Global T20 in Canada.

Aqib takes charge as Pakistan's new interim coach

Aqib takes charge as Pakistan's new interim coach

Rediff.com18 Nov 2024

Former fast bowler Aqib Javed has been appointed Pakistan's interim white-ball coach until next year's Champions Trophy, the country's cricket board (PCB) said on Monday.

Haq Review: An Important Watch

Haq Review: An Important Watch

Rediff.com5 Nov 2025

Made at a time when an insidious agenda can be read into it, Haq is an important film that deals with a contentious subject with maturity, observes Deepa Gahlot.

Viv Richards to mentor Pakistan at T20 WC?

Viv Richards to mentor Pakistan at T20 WC?

Rediff.com21 May 2024

Richards could mentor the team in the World Cup a role fulfilled by former Australian opener, Matthew Hayden in the last two T20 World Cups in 2021 and 2022 where Pakistan reached the semi-final and final.

Babar returns as Pakistan's white-ball captain

Babar returns as Pakistan's white-ball captain

Rediff.com31 Mar 2024

Babar had stepped down from his leadership role across formats following the conclusion of the 2023 ODI World Cup.

When Bhajji Predicted Kirsten's Exit...

When Bhajji Predicted Kirsten's Exit...

Rediff.com30 Oct 2024

'Don't waste your time there, Gary. Come back to coach Team India,' Harbhajan, who was part of the 2011 World Cup winning Indian team Kirsten coached, had posted on X.

How Kuldeep, Axar Spun Webs Around Pak Batters

How Kuldeep, Axar Spun Webs Around Pak Batters

Rediff.com16 Sep 2025

'You told me to give revs on the ball. I decided to give the ball some spin and get some bounce. Because of that, I got three wickets, you got two.'

T20 World Cup 2026: Format, teams, dates revealed!

T20 World Cup 2026: Format, teams, dates revealed!

Rediff.com9 Sep 2025

The 2026 T20 World Cup is likely to be played from February 7 to March 8 with matches spread across at least five venues in India and two in Sri Lanka.

PCB clears tainted Amir's return to Pakistan cricket team

PCB clears tainted Amir's return to Pakistan cricket team

Rediff.com23 Dec 2015

Spot-fixing-tainted pacer Mohammad Amir is eligible for national team selection though it's up to the selectors to pick him or not, the Pakistan Cricket Board said.

Champions Trophy: 'India not travelling to Pakistan as things stand'

Champions Trophy: 'India not travelling to Pakistan as things stand'

Rediff.com8 Nov 2024

'It is never BCCI's call whether to travel to Pakistan but Indian government's. Nothing changes on that front.'

The Hundred keen to feed off IPL's 'phenomenal growth'

The Hundred keen to feed off IPL's 'phenomenal growth'

Rediff.com31 Jul 2025

The Hundred looking to feed off IPL's "phenomenal growth" after drawing Indian investment

Who Will Make India's Playing XI Vs Oman?

Who Will Make India's Playing XI Vs Oman?

Rediff.com18 Sep 2025

As India gears up to face Oman on Friday, September 19, at the Dubai international stadium, the focus returns to cricket.

'There's unfinished business...I will come back to Pakistan cricket'

'There's unfinished business...I will come back to Pakistan cricket'

Rediff.com12 Jun 2016

Pakistan's former head coach Waqar Younis regrets about resigning as the national team coach with "unfinished business" and misses coaching the national team.

Yousuf resigns as PCB selector amidst media backlash

Yousuf resigns as PCB selector amidst media backlash

Rediff.com29 Sep 2024

Yousuf, who had been attached with the Pakistan Cricket Board in different roles since last year, was part of a broad-based national selection committee that includes two former Test players, head coaches, captains and an analyst, among others.

Aaqib or Saqlain? New Pakistan coach hunt begins

Aaqib or Saqlain? New Pakistan coach hunt begins

Rediff.com28 Oct 2024

Current senior selector Aaqib Javed and former spinner Saqlain Mushtaq are in fray to replace Gary Kirsten as Pakistan's new white ball coach after the former Proteas batter stepped down

'India Will Come To Pakistan For Champions Trophy'

'India Will Come To Pakistan For Champions Trophy'

Rediff.com7 Oct 2024

The BCCI has not yet confirmed India's participation in the Champions Trophy, which is slated to be held in Pakistan in February-March.

Can Kirsten turn around Pakistan's fortunes?

Can Kirsten turn around Pakistan's fortunes?

Rediff.com9 Jul 2024

Kirsten had warned senior pros in the side following the team's loss to the USA and India to adapt to new skill-sets and improve their game awareness, or get left behind.

Controversial Pakistan pacer Amir calls it quits

Controversial Pakistan pacer Amir calls it quits

Rediff.com14 Dec 2024

Amir's final outing in Pakistan colours came in June this year during the T20 World Cup against Ireland in Lauderhill, USA.

Pak coach concedes: We were outplayed by India

Pak coach concedes: We were outplayed by India

Rediff.com15 Sep 2025

'We got to the end of the powerplay and we were in the game and then we got squeezed and that built up a lot of pressure during the middle overs.'

Will Rohit travel to Pakistan for Champions Trophy promotions?

Will Rohit travel to Pakistan for Champions Trophy promotions?

Rediff.com22 Jan 2025

India to follow ICC's kit-elated guidelines at Champions Trophy, says BCCI

Champions Trophy preparations on track: PCB

Champions Trophy preparations on track: PCB

Rediff.com20 Jan 2025

The stadium's capacity has been increased to accommodate 35,000 fans and new hospitality areas have been built.

PCB bans media access to stadiums ahead of Champions Trophy

PCB bans media access to stadiums ahead of Champions Trophy

Rediff.com16 Jan 2025

The Pakistan Cricket Board (PCB) has restricted the entry and movement of the mainstream and digital media at its stadiums in Karachi and Lahore, which are under construction ahead of the ICC Champions Trophy.

'We Win, You Lose': PCB Chief Taunts Critics

'We Win, You Lose': PCB Chief Taunts Critics

Rediff.com12 Feb 2025

PCB chairman Naqvi hits back at social media trollers after stadium revamp

'Why can't the Indian cricket team come to Pakistan?'

'Why can't the Indian cricket team come to Pakistan?'

Rediff.com15 May 2023

There is a "very real possibility" that Pakistan will boycott this year's World Cup in India if they lose hosting rights to the Asia Cup