Stories by Abdul Ghaffar

Asia Cup: Pakistan cancel pre-match press conference ahead of redemption clash with India

PCB official says board moved on after Pycroft's 'apology'; Ramiz Raja says Green Shirts need to "reset" strategy.

Updated 21 Sep, 2025 12:07am

Cricketer Haider Ali suspended by PCB amid UK police investigation

Nature of incident unclear; PCB says it reserves the right to take action once legal proceedings are concluded.

Published 07 Aug, 2025 10:06pm

Undefeated Pakistan beat Iran to win Asian Men’s U-16 Volleyball Championship

Defeat rival team 3-2 in final to become champions, make a comeback after being 2-0 earlier; PM Shehbaz congratulates team.

Updated 19 Jul, 2025 09:56pm

Pakistani cueists dominate world snooker championships

Muhammad Asif wins IBSF World Masters Snooker Championship; Hasnain Akhtar wins U17 World Snooker Championship.

Updated 19 Jul, 2025 01:05am

PSB seeks clarification from PNF on ‘first position’ in Asian Youth Netball Championship

PNF chairman says that sports board has misunderstood, Pakistan won all their matches in Plate division.

Published 13 Jul, 2025 09:03pm

Pakistan’s participation in hockey tournaments hosted by India undecided: PSB

Indian media reports participation has been cleared by interior and foreign ministries, visa process underway.

Updated 03 Jul, 2025 11:44pm

Pakistan down France 3-2 in penalty shoot-out to reach FIH Hockey Nations Cup final

Pakistan will face either New Zealand or South Korea in the final tomorrow.

Published 20 Jun, 2025 06:24pm

Pakistan ‘fully prepared’ for Champions Trophy, Naqvi says on tournament’s eve

PCB chairman says teams travelling will be provided with international standard facilities, fans to be given all possible facilities.

Published 18 Feb, 2025 07:09pm

Saim Ayub out as PCB announces squad for Champions Trophy

PCB chairman says Gaddafi Stadium will be reopened on February 7, Karachi's National Stadium will be unveiled on Feb 11.

Updated 31 Jan, 2025 07:22pm

Pakistan win by 10 wickets against Bangladesh in T20 Blind Cricket World Cup final

Captain Ali with 72, Safdar with 47 help Pakistan clinch the title, remaining undefeated throughout tournament.

Updated 03 Dec, 2024 11:03pm

ICC announces Champions Trophy Tour itinerary for Pakistan-hosted tournament

Tour starts today; includes Murree but not GB, AJK venues as claimed by PCB earlier; ECB chief conveys "best wishes" to Naqvi for event.

Updated 16 Nov, 2024 07:07pm

T20 World Cup winner to receive ‘record’ prize money of $2.4m: ICC

Says runner-up will receive $1.28m; all participating teams will receive minimum of $225,000.

Published 03 Jun, 2024 09:37pm

Gillespie says Pakistan have nothing to lose at World Cup 2024, need to play aggressive cricket

Stresses importance of key moments in shortest format, says the team has the players to execute in such moments.

Published 29 May, 2024 07:18pm

‘Players working as drivers to make ends meet’: Hockey captain requests restoration of departments

Calls on government to resolve issues and pay more attention and funding to the Pakistan Hockey Federation.

Published 13 May, 2024 11:38pm

MMA fighter Shahzaib Rind decries govt’s lack of support after Dubai triumph over India

“If our heroes are supported accordingly, they can become role models for our youth,” he says, adding that he has set his sights on the world title next.

Published 23 Apr, 2024 11:56pm

Windies skipper’s century leads side to victory in 1st ODI against Pakistan Women

The second ODI will be played on April 21 at the same venue.

Published 18 Apr, 2024 07:01pm

Azam Khan’s participation in New Zealand T20I series uncertain

PCB says Azam experienced discomfort in his right knee and calf muscle during Wednesday's training session.

Published 18 Apr, 2024 02:51pm

Pacer Haris Rauf ruled out of PSL after dislocating shoulder

Lahore Qalandars say Haris needs four to six weeks to recover.

Published 25 Feb, 2024 05:23pm

PCB terminates pace ace Haris Rauf’s central contract

“Refusal to be part of Pakistan’s Test squad in the absence of any medical report or justifiable reason is a violation of the central contract,” says PCB.

Published 15 Feb, 2024 05:12pm

PSL season 9 trophy unveiled in Lahore

"We look forward to a month-long celebration of the beautiful game of cricket and the excitement and drama that accompanies it," says PCB chief.

Published 13 Feb, 2024 04:24pm