Pakistan

Beijing pushes to join security efforts for citizens in Pakistan, sources say

Last month's airport bombing in the southern port city that killed two Chinese engineers returning to work on a project after a holiday in Thailand was the latest in a string of attacks on Beijing's interests in Pakistan.

India will not travel to Pakistan for Champions Trophy: PCB

India will not travel to Pakistan for the eight-team Champions Trophy starting in February, the Pakistan Cricket Board (PCB) said on Sunday.

Pakistan win first ODI series in Australia since 2002

Pakistan thoroughly punished Australia for resting their top players in the one-day international series decider at Perth Stadium on Sunday, cruising to an eight-wicket win in the third and final game after a sublime display of seam bowling.

Pakistan PM Sharif calls for expansion of China's Belt and Road Initiative

Sharif also called for a stable Afghanistan, saying it is essential to fully realizing trade opportunities for the SCO member states.

England ready for Pakistan's spin assault in second Test

Returning England captain Ben Stokes said on Monday he hopes a reused pitch for the second Test against Pakistan in Multan will play into the tourists' hands rather than the spin-heavy hosts.

Pakistan 'vigilantes' behind rise in online blasphemy cases

Blasphemy is an incendiary charge in Muslim-majority Pakistan, where even unsubstantiated accusations can incite public outrage and lead to lynchings.

Atif Aslam to perform in Dhaka this November

Renowned Pakistani singer Atif Aslam is set to return to the capital. On November 29, he will take the stage at Bangladesh Army Stadium for the “Magical Night 2.0” concert. Earlier this year, he performed at the Bashundhara Sports Complex, and fans are now eagerly anticipating his upcoming show.

Brook hits 317 as records tumble in Multan

England notched up their highest total in 86 years thanks to Harry Brook's triple century and Joe Root's double ton, declaring on 823-7 before Pakistan collapsed to a perilous position on the fourth day of the first Test on Thursday.

Pakistan bans ethnic Pashtun rights movement critical of military

The group, which is not a political party, has at its peak pulled tens of thousands of people to largely peaceful rallies demanding better protection from the state.

June 17, 2024
June 17, 2024

Pakistan end T20 World Cup campaign with narrow win over Ireland

Pakistan finished third in the five-team group with four points after losing to India and the United States, who progressed to the Super Eight stage.

June 16, 2024
June 16, 2024

Imad Wasim calls for change after 'lowest point for Pakistan'

Pakistan cricket is at its lowest point and needs to make radical changes, all-rounder Imad Wasim said after the team failed to get out of the group stage of the T20 World Cup.

June 15, 2024
June 15, 2024

'Heads must roll': Pakistan ex-stars, media slam T20 World Cup exit

"Pakistani players think that if they don't perform well, the coaches will be sacked, and nothing will happen to them," former captain Wasim Akram said during a broadcast after the defeat to India.

June 14, 2024
June 14, 2024

Pakistan's fate in balance as wet outfield delays USA v Ireland match

Should the Group A game be abandoned, the USA would qualify for the Super Eights stage, along with group leader India, while Pakistan and Ireland would be eliminated.

June 10, 2024
June 10, 2024

How Pakistan can still qualify for Super 8s

The Babar Azam-led side will next face Canada and Ireland in the group stage, but even if they win both matches, they are not guaranteed a spot in the Super 8s.

June 9, 2024
June 9, 2024

Looking back at the last five India-Pakistan T20 World Cup contests

From historic firsts to incredible chases, the India-Pakistan rivalry lived up to its name over the last five occasions at the ICC Men’s T20 World Cup.

June 9, 2024
June 9, 2024

Rain threat looms over India vs Pakistan clash

The much-anticipated T20 World Cup clash between India and Pakistan is only a few hours away. But the inclement weather conditions are putting a question mark over the match’s fate.

June 6, 2024
June 6, 2024

Babar and Co take on charged-up USA

Ahead of their T20 World Cup opener against co-hosts USA at the Grand Prairie Stadium in Dallas today, Pakistan captain Babar Azam did not hesitate to state their aim in the mega event.

June 2, 2024
June 2, 2024

Pakistan will look to be positive at World Cup, says Babar

Pakistan captain Babar Azam called on his side to stay in high spirits as they begin their Twenty20 World Cup campaign off the back of a poor run of form.

May 29, 2024
May 29, 2024

England, Pakistan players head to World Cup with improved rankings

International stars from Pakistan, West Indies and England have all made good ground on the final update of the ICC Men's T20I Player Rankings before the start of the ICC Men's T20 World Cup.