News for 'Pakistan Cricket Board'

Big blow for Bangladesh ahead of India tour

Big blow for Bangladesh ahead of India tour

Rediff.com12 Sep 2024

The Bangladesh Cricket Board named a 16-member squad for the India tour, on Thursday.

Fate of Women's T20 World Cup in Bangladesh uncertain

Fate of Women's T20 World Cup in Bangladesh uncertain

Rediff.com6 Aug 2024

However, with the current advisory from India's Ministry of External Affairs against traveling to Bangladesh and considering the volatile situation, the ICC is preparing contingency plans.

Bad weather in Multan forces Pakistan to move Test venue

Bad weather in Multan forces Pakistan to move Test venue

Rediff.com24 Dec 2022

Test venue moved from Multan to Karachi due to 'deteriorating' weather conditions

PCB terminates Haris Rauf's central contract

PCB terminates Haris Rauf's central contract

Rediff.com15 Feb 2024

The Pakistan Cricket Board (PCB) on Thursday terminated the central contract of fast bowler Haris Rauf in a disciplinary action for pulling out of the recent Test series in Australia.

'Pakistan stars prioritise T20 leagues over country'

'Pakistan stars prioritise T20 leagues over country'

Rediff.com26 Jan 2024

Pakistan's on-field performances not affected by frequent changes in PCB, says acting chairman

'Rohit must bat in top 3 for Adelaide Test'

'Rohit must bat in top 3 for Adelaide Test'

Rediff.com2 Dec 2024

Rohit Sharma will either open or bat at number three in the Adelaide Test against Australia, reckoned former India off-spinner Harbhajan Singh

That Last Selfie With Dilip Doshi

That Last Selfie With Dilip Doshi

Rediff.com25 Jun 2025

Dilip Doshi, who passed away on June 23, was celebrated not only as one of India's finest left-arm spinners but also as a cricketer of rare character and amazing qualities, recalls veteran cricket correspondent K R Nayar.

Pakistan shuffle squad ahead of Asia Cup

Pakistan shuffle squad ahead of Asia Cup

Rediff.com27 Aug 2023

Pakistan, co-hosts of the Asia Cup, will take on Nepal in the tournament opener in Multan on Wednesday and will be in high spirits after their whitewash of Afghanistan.

Pakistan board serves legal notice on Farhat

Pakistan board serves legal notice on Farhat

Rediff.com4 Sep 2007

The Pakistan Cricket Board has served a legal notice on test opener Imran Farhat, who last month joined the unofficial Indian Cricket League (ICL).

World Cup: India vs Pakistan shifted to October 14

World Cup: India vs Pakistan shifted to October 14

Rediff.com2 Aug 2023

The marquee World Cup clash between India and Pakistan will be held in Ahmedabad on October 14, instead of originally scheduled date of October 15.

Asia Cup moved out of Pakistan?

Asia Cup moved out of Pakistan?

Rediff.com8 May 2023

It will be interesting to see if Pakistan, after this snub, competes in the tournament, scheduled to be held from September 2-17.

'This is Hurting': Pakistan legends slam team after defeat against Bangladesh

'This is Hurting': Pakistan legends slam team after defeat against Bangladesh

Rediff.com3 Sep 2024

It was Pakistan's sixth defeat in their last 10 Tests at home and this was also the first time Bangladesh have beaten their neighbours in a Test and series.

'Targetted' Babar to take legal action against former players

'Targetted' Babar to take legal action against former players

Rediff.com22 Jun 2024

It was also reported that evidence related to statements made by YouTubers and former cricketers is being collected by the Pakistan Cricket Board's legal department.

'People will slowly get bored of T20s, we need Tests and ODIs'

'People will slowly get bored of T20s, we need Tests and ODIs'

Rediff.com30 Sep 2024

Loss to Bangladesh was a huge setback

PHOTOS: Amid tight security, Pakistan cricket team arrives in Kolkata for WorldT20

PHOTOS: Amid tight security, Pakistan cricket team arrives in Kolkata for WorldT20

Rediff.com12 Mar 2016

The Pakistan men's cricket team arrived in Kolkata on Saturday evening for the ICC World Twenty20 after high drama over the last few days.

Blow for Pakistan! Shahzad ruled out of MCG Test

Blow for Pakistan! Shahzad ruled out of MCG Test

Rediff.com21 Dec 2023

Khurrum Shahzad was one of the few success stories for Pakistan in the first Test against Australia in Perth.

Gavaskar slams decision to resume cricket with Pakistan

Gavaskar slams decision to resume cricket with Pakistan

Rediff.com16 Jul 2012

Former India captain Sunil Gavaskar has criticised the Board of Control for Cricket in India's decision to revive Indo-Pak bilateral cricket ties, saying Pakistan is not cooperating with the Mumbai terror attacks probe.

Kirsten's controversial exit: PCB reveals the truth

Kirsten's controversial exit: PCB reveals the truth

Rediff.com30 Oct 2024

PCB Chairman Mohsin Naqvi on Wednesday said that South African Gary Kirsten ended his tenure as Pakistan white-ball head coach as he made "some breaches" of his contract with the Board.

PCB chief Naqvi set to replace Jay Shah as ACC boss

PCB chief Naqvi set to replace Jay Shah as ACC boss

Rediff.com30 Jul 2024

Mohsin Naqvi is set to become the next president of the Asian Cricket Council (ACC) later this year as per its rotation policy.

No cricket with Pakistan for next 6-8 months: BCCI

No cricket with Pakistan for next 6-8 months: BCCI

Rediff.com2 Nov 2009

Board of Control for Cricket in India vice-president Rajiv Shukla said there is no possibility of resuming cricketing ties with Pakistan for the next six-eight months.

Champions Trophy: What's in store for India in Dubai?

Champions Trophy: What's in store for India in Dubai?

Rediff.com16 Feb 2025

India likely to play on fresh pitches

'Is this a defining moment in the death of Test cricket?'

'Is this a defining moment in the death of Test cricket?'

Rediff.com1 Jan 2024

Former Australia skipper Steve Waugh has slammed the ICC and top cricket boards, including the BCCI, for not caring about Test cricket after South Africa named a depleted red-ball squad for the tour of New Zealand.

'Pakistan hungry for Asia Cup and World Cup glory'

'Pakistan hungry for Asia Cup and World Cup glory'

Rediff.com21 Aug 2023

Every player in this team is hungry for success: Babar Azam

Hasnain to replace injured Afridi in Pakistan's Asia Cup squad

Hasnain to replace injured Afridi in Pakistan's Asia Cup squad

Rediff.com22 Aug 2022

Former champions Pakistan begin their Asia Cup campaign in an August 28 blockbuster against arch-rivals India in Dubai.

PCB strips captain, coach of authority

PCB strips captain, coach of authority

Rediff.com14 Oct 2024

Pakistan captain Shan Masood and head coach Jason Gillespie will no longer have a say in selection matters after the PCB selectors cut down their powers, according to a source.

India Vs Pakistan: What Happens Today?

India Vs Pakistan: What Happens Today?

Rediff.com11 Sep 2023

If the start of the match is delayed due to rain, the umpires might consider reducing the number of overs. A minimum of 20 overs in each innings is needed to decide the winners in an One-Day International.

Pakistan ready to make history in Australia

Pakistan ready to make history in Australia

Rediff.com30 Nov 2023

Babar remains the linchpin of Pakistan's batting, says captain Shan Masood

PCB Central Contract changes: Afridi demoted, seniors excluded

PCB Central Contract changes: Afridi demoted, seniors excluded

Rediff.com27 Oct 2024

The Pakistan Cricket Board (PCB) on Sunday demoted premier pacer Shaheen Shah Afridi to Category B from Category A, and did not offer central contracts to senior players Fakhar Zaman, Iftikhar Ahmed and Osama Mir for the 2024-25 season.

'I'm now just the coach': PCB sidelines Gillespie from team selection

'I'm now just the coach': PCB sidelines Gillespie from team selection

Rediff.com23 Oct 2024

Pakistan red-ball coach Jason Gillespie on Wednesday confirmed the PCB's decision to strip him of powers in selection matters, much against the assurance of a free-hand that he was promised of while taking charge of the team.

Shan Masood to keep captaincy despite losing streak

Shan Masood to keep captaincy despite losing streak

Rediff.com24 Sep 2024

Pakistan's Shan Masood is likely to be retained captain for the upcoming home Test series against England, while Babar Azam is also assured of keeping his white-ball captaincy when the team flies to Australia and South Africa later this year.

Hosting rights secured for Champions Trophy 2025: Will India play in Pakistan?

Hosting rights secured for Champions Trophy 2025: Will India play in Pakistan?

Rediff.com15 Dec 2023

PCB says it has signed hosting rights agreement of 2025 Champions Trophy with ICC

Compensate if India refuse to travel to Pakistan for CT 2025: PCB urges ICC

Compensate if India refuse to travel to Pakistan for CT 2025: PCB urges ICC

Rediff.com26 Nov 2023

urged the International Cricket Council (ICC) to sign the Champions Trophy 2025 hosting rights agreements with it, stressing that the PCB should be compensated if India refuse to travel.

PCB restores Haris Rauf's contract after written apology

PCB restores Haris Rauf's contract after written apology

Rediff.com24 Mar 2024

The Pakistan Cricket Board (PCB) has restored the central contract of Haris Rauf after the fast bowler "admitted his mistake" in writing.

Gujarat Titan's fate in IPL to decide when Kirsten begins Pakistan job

Gujarat Titan's fate in IPL to decide when Kirsten begins Pakistan job

Rediff.com1 May 2024

Gary Kirsten, Pakistan's new head coach in the white-ball formats, could join the national squad directly in Ireland if his IPL team Gujarat Titans does not qualify for the Play-offs stage of the popular T20 League.

Root returns! England ring changes for India Tour, Champions Trophy

Root returns! England ring changes for India Tour, Champions Trophy

Rediff.com22 Dec 2024

Joe Root returned to England's one-day international squad for the first time since their ill-fated World Cup title defence in November

Australia ko Australia mein haraenge...: Rizwan vows to win first series as white-ball captain

Australia ko Australia mein haraenge...: Rizwan vows to win first series as white-ball captain

Rediff.com29 Oct 2024

Mohammed Rizwan vowed to defeat Australia on their home territory in the upcoming series starting from November 4 onwards and laid down the long-term targets of the team as a captain.

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.

'Curbs on sporting engagements standard safeguard'

'Curbs on sporting engagements standard safeguard'

Rediff.com13 Aug 2025

Implementation of sports bill in 6 months, regulation of participation standard safeguard: Mandaviya

'Forget foreigners, even local coaches don't want to work with PCB'

'Forget foreigners, even local coaches don't want to work with PCB'

Rediff.com3 Feb 2024

Former Pakistan captain Misbah ul Haq feels that due to uncertainty in the PCB and its short-sightedness, foreigners and even local coaches don't want to work with the country's cricket board.

Bumrah opts out of Test captaincy race!

Bumrah opts out of Test captaincy race!

Rediff.com11 May 2025

Bumrah steps aside from Test captaincy race; Gill, Pant now leading contenders