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Pakistan create history with first-ever home whitewash of South Africa​

Dec 23, 2024 2 minute readPakistan vs South Africa (W) 2024
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Pakistan became the first team to whitewash South Africa in an ODI series at home when they won the third game on Sunday (December 22).

 

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West Indies announce Test squad for Pakistan tour in Jan​

This series marks West Indies’ first Test visit to Pakistan in 18 years

News Desk
December 24, 2024

Cricket West Indies (CWI) revealed a 15-member squad on Monday for the upcoming two-match Test series against Pakistan, set to take place from January 17 to 29, 2025, at Multan Cricket Stadium.

This series marks the West Indies’ first Test visit to Pakistan in 18 years, and it also forms the final part of the two-year World Test Championship cycle. The squad sees the return of left-arm spinner Gudakesh Motie, who was unavailable for the team's recent drawn series against Bangladesh.

Emerging left-handed batter Amir Jangoo has earned his maiden Test call-up following his match-winning century on ODI debut against Bangladesh earlier this month.

The CWI also confirmed that both Tests will be held in Multan, following reports that Karachi would no longer host the opening match due to ongoing renovations at the National Stadium in preparation for the ICC Men’s Champions Trophy 2025.

West Indies head coach Andre Coley described the series as a valuable opportunity for his team to continue their development in the format.

 

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The West Indies will begin their tour with a two-day practice match against Pakistan Shaheens in Rawalpindi on January 10 and 11. The team is expected to arrive in Islamabad on January 6 before travelling to Multan for the series.

 

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Saim Ayub joins Virat Kohli in elite list after twin centuries against SA​

Saim Ayub joins elite cricketers with a century against South Africa, as Pakistan seals 3-0 series win.

News Desk
December 23, 2024

Pakistan opener Saim Ayub continued his stunning form with a match-winning century, scoring 101 runs off 94 balls as Pakistan completed a series clean sweep over South Africa in the third One-Day International (ODI) at the Wanderers Stadium on Sunday.

The match was reduced to 47 overs per side due to rain, and despite a spirited chase by South Africa, the hosts were bowled out for 271 in 42 overs, falling 36 runs short.

Ayub’s century, his second of the series, propelled him into an exclusive group of overseas batters who have scored multiple ODI centuries in South Africa.

Alongside Ayub, Virat Kohli, David Warner, Fakhar Zaman, and Joe Root have achieved the same feat, while Kevin Pietersen and Kohli have three centuries in South Africa.

Ayub’s performance helped Pakistan become the first team to whitewash South Africa in an ODI series on their home soil.

 

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Saud Shakeel climbs to sixth, Babar and Shaheen slide in latest ICC test rankings​

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Batter rising three places to sixth following his impressive 84-run knock in the first Test against South Africa.

 

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PCB shifts tri-nation series to Lahore and Karachi​

Announces that preparations for ICC Champions Trophy 2025 were progressing well.

 

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Imam and Sajid in, Abbas and Naseem among those rested as Pakistan name squad for West Indies Tests​

Injured Saim Ayub and out-of-form Abdullah Shafique also left out; first Test begins January 17.

 

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Pakistan names 15-member squad for West Indies Tests​

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LAHORE: The Pakistan Cricket Board on Saturday announced a 15-member squad for the two ICC World Test Championship Tests against the West Indies, scheduled to be played in Multan from January 17 -21 and January 25-29.

The squad features seven changes from the 15-member Test team that toured South Africa. The retained players are: Shan Masood (captain), Saud Shakeel (vice-captain), Babar Azam, Kamran Ghulam, Khurram Shahzad, Mohammad Rizwan, Noman Ali, and Salman Ali Agha.

To strengthen the spin department, off-spinner Sajid Khan and mystery spinner Abrar Ahmed have been recalled to partner with left-arm spinner Noman Ali. Openers Imam-ul-Haq and Mohammad Huraira have also been brought back, replacing the injured Saim Ayub and the out-of-form Abdullah Shafique.

In the absence of wicketkeeper-batter Haseebullah, who sustained a split in his right-hand webbing during the Cape Town Test, former Pakistan U-19 and Shaheens’ captain Rohail Nazir has been added to the squad.

Pakistan squad:

Shan Masood (captain), Saud Shakeel (vice-captain), Abrar Ahmed, Babar Azam, Imam-ul-Haq, Kamran Ghulam, Kashif Ali, Khurram Shahzad, Mohammad Ali, Mohammad Huraira, Mohammad Rizwan (wicketkeeper/batter), Noman Ali, Rohail Nazir (wicketkeeper/batter), Sajid Khan, and Salman Ali Agha.

 

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Sarfaraz Ahmed bids farewell to Quetta Gladiators after nine years​

The wicketkeeper-batter took to Instagram to share the news with fans.


News Desk
January 12, 2025

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Former Pakistan captain Sarfaraz Ahmed confirmed his departure from Quetta Gladiators ahead of the 10th edition of the Pakistan Super League (PSL). The wicketkeeper-batter took to Instagram to share the news, posting a picture with franchise owner Nadeem Omar. In his message, Sarfaraz reflected on his nine-year journey with the team.

"Today I want to tell you that my time with Quetta Gladiators has come to an end and I feel very proud that my journey of 9 years with this amazing team has been wonderful and beautiful," he wrote.



He expressed gratitude to Nadeem Omar, saying, "I want to take this opportunity to thank Nadeem Bhai for giving me the opportunity to play for his team and for providing everything that I needed as a player and captain. I will always remember your support throughout this time."

Sarfraz also wished the team well for the future, adding, "My best wishes will always be with your team," and thanked the management, with special thanks to Azam Bhai.

Having been with the Gladiators since the inception of the PSL, Sarfaraz was released by the franchise earlier this month. This marks his first time entering the players' draft since the inaugural PSL in 2016.

Sarfraz played 86 PSL matches for Quetta, scoring 1,525 runs at an average of 29.32, including seven half-centuries. He led the team to their only PSL title in 2019, captaining the Gladiators for eight seasons before being replaced by South Africa’s Rilee Rossouw in the previous edition.

 

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Punjab cabinet rejects proposal to rename Lahore's Gaddafi stadium​

At the 22nd provincial cabinet meeting, CM Maryam Nawaz led talks, deciding against renaming the iconic stadium.

News Desk
January 15, 2025

The Punjab cabinet has rejected the proposal to rename the historic Gaddafi Stadium in Lahore.

During the 22nd meeting of the provincial cabinet, chaired by Chief Minister Maryam Nawaz Sharif, various agenda points were discussed, including the establishment of electric vehicle charging stations.

However, the cabinet decided against renaming the iconic stadium. This decision comes in the wake of Karachi’s National Stadium being renamed National Bank Cricket Arena in 2022.

The idea of renaming Gaddafi Stadium was initially raised in 2022 when former PCB Chairman Ramiz Raja suggested the stadium be renamed after a new sponsor, citing financial reasons behind the proposed change.

 

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