Cricket

Pakistan defeated Sri Lanka in the first Test at Galle on Thursday, taking a 1-0 series lead over the hosts.

Abrar Ahmad has achieved a significant milestone in his cricketing career, surpassing Danish Kaneria to become Pakistan’s highest wicket-taker in the first five Test matches. This feat was accomplished during the ongoing Test match against Sri Lanka, where Ahmad displayed exceptional talent and skill. He claimed an impressive total of 34 wickets by taking three wickets in each innings. This achievement has not only solidified his position as a talented spinner but has also garnered praise from the cricketing community.

Saud Shakeel, a left-handed middle-order hitter, became the first Pakistani batter to record a double century in Tests against Sri Lanka on Tuesday.

Abdullah Shafique took only 13 Matches to complete 1000 runs in Test Cricket.

Pakistan’s fast bowler, Shaheen Shah Afridi, celebrated a significant achievement as he claimed his 100th Test wicket during his comeback match against Sri Lanka in Galle.

Pakistan’s 2023-24 international cricket season will commence with the first Test of the ICC World Test Championship against Sri Lanka in Galle. This action-packed season also includes participation in the ACC Asia Cup, ICC Men’s Cricket World Cup 2023, and the ICC Men’s T20 World Cup 2024.

Bollywood superstar Sanjay Dutt recently conveyed a heartfelt message to legendary cricketer Javed Miandad, who will serve as the mentor for the Kandy team in the Lanka Premier League (LPL). The message was shared in a viral video across various social media platforms, generating excitement among cricket fans.

Shaheen Shah Afridi, the Pakistani fast bowler, made a remarkable return to Test cricket after a year-long absence due to a knee injury. Opening the bowling for Pakistan in a warm-up fixture against Sri Lanka Cricket Board XI at Mahinda Rajapaksa International Cricket Stadium, Afridi displayed his trademark pace, lethal swing, and accurate lengths. He finished with impressive figures of 3 wickets for 36 runs in the first innings and contributed with another wicket on the final day. Pakistan dominated the match, scoring 342 runs in their innings thanks to strong performances by Shan Masood, Babar Azam, and Saud Shakeel.

The Pakistan Blind Cricket Council (PBCC) has announced the 13-member squad that will represent the national team in the upcoming IBSF Blind World Games. This international tournament, which will be held in Birmingham, England from August 17th to 27th, will showcase the incredible talent of visually impaired cricketers.

Zaka Ashraf, the newly appointed Chairman of the Pakistan Cricket Board (PCB), has declined the idea of including former cricketer Shoaib Akhtar in the PCB administration. This decision has generated controversy and speculation about Ashraf’s motivations.

Star Pakistani cricketers came together in Karachi to attend the wedding ceremony of former captain Shahid Afridi’s daughter.

Former Pakistan team captain Sarfaraz Ahmed has expressed his appreciation for the net bowlers who participated in the national training camp, despite the intense heat. Sarfaraz posed for a picture with the young cricketers and commended their dedication to the preparation of the national team.