Stories by Abu Bakar Bilal

Abid Ali diagnosed with heart condition after complaining of chest pain during Karachi match

PCB says the 34-year-old batsman is currently stable, diagnosed with a case of acute coronary syndrome.

Updated 21 Dec, 2021 06:18pm

No longer a Sultan, Shahid Afridi becomes a Gladiator for his farewell PSL season

National T20 Cup hero Iftikhar Ahmed has also joined the Gladiators.

Published 09 Dec, 2021 07:41pm

NZ tour abandoned after alert from 'Five Eyes' alliance about a 'serious' threat: PCB CEO

Wasim Khan says New Zealand set a "very wrong example" by unilaterally ending the tour; matter to be raised in ICC.

Updated 20 Sep, 2021 07:46am

PCB says upcoming visit of NZ security official nothing to do with developments in Afghanistan

Spokesperson says visit was "always scheduled"; PCB confident tour will take place.

Published 20 Aug, 2021 02:13pm

PCB announces star-studded list of foreign players available for PSL 2021

List includes the likes of David Miller, Rashid Khan, Chris Gayle, and Dale Steyn; player draft to be held on Jan 10.

Published 05 Jan, 2021 03:47pm

Babar Azam ruled out of New Zealand T20 series due to thumb fracture

Batsman Imamul Haq had also suffered a fracture in his left thumb during a throw-down session the previous day.

Published 13 Dec, 2020 02:38pm

South Africa confirm Pakistan tour after a gap of 14 years

The Proteas will play two Test matches and three T20 Internationals in Pakistan starting January 26; Covid SOPs will be in place.

Published 09 Dec, 2020 03:29pm

Zimbabwe to tour Pakistan next month for ODI, T20 series

Multan, Rawalpindi to host three matches each of the series which will be held under "strict Covid-19 protocols", says PCB.

Published 23 Sep, 2020 04:35pm

Umar Akmal's ban reduced to 18 months from 3 years

“The stance taken by the appellant is self-contradictory and not credit-worthy," says the order.

Updated 29 Jul, 2020 05:13pm

PCB takes back decision to terminate employees

PCB chief executive admits "process and communication needed to be better", says Board will continue to restructure staff numbers.

Published 05 Jun, 2020 03:03pm

PCB 'disappointed' with Shoaib Akhtar's 'inappropriate, disrespectful' remarks regarding legal team

"PCB's legal department is extremely incapable, substandard," Akhtar had said while commenting on the ban on Umar Akmal.

Published 29 Apr, 2020 07:34pm

Sana Mir announces retirement from international cricket

Mir ends a glittering career that saw her become the most successful female spinner in one-day international history.

Published 25 Apr, 2020 05:59pm

All tests conducted on PSL players, staff came out negative: PCB

“It was absolutely critical for the integrity, credibility of PSL and PCB that everyone was tested," says Wasim Khan.

Updated 19 Mar, 2020 12:55pm

Pakistan postpones Karachi ODI, Test against Bangladesh

Both boards will now work together amid coronavirus fears to identify a future opportunity for completion of series.

Updated 16 Mar, 2020 01:26pm

PCB suspends Umar Akmal from all cricket activities; Quetta Gladiators replace with Anwar Ali

Akmal suspended until Anti-corruption Unit's investigations against him end; PCB made no further comment on the matter.

Updated 20 Feb, 2020 03:10pm

South Africa call off Pakistan tour due to 'player workload'

"Will honour our commitment as soon as it is reasonably possible," says Cricket South Africa.

Published 14 Feb, 2020 05:47pm

PCB says Umar Akmal misconduct during fitness test was 'misunderstanding'

Cricket board says it reprimanded Akmal and reminded him of his responsibilities as a senior cricketer.

Updated 12 Feb, 2020 07:15pm

Pakistan warns against mixing sports with politics as India disowns its visiting Kabaddi team

India Olympic Association says "no idea" who travelled to Pakistan, PKF blames "enemy elements" for conspiring.

Updated 11 Feb, 2020 09:29am

Sana Mir dropped as Pakistan announce Women’s T20 World Cup squad

"Players left out will be disappointed, it should act as a motivation to comeback more strongly," says chief selector.

Updated 20 Jan, 2020 08:00pm

Bangladesh agrees to play three T20Is, two Tests and one ODI in Pakistan

ICC chief facilitates discussion between PCB and BCB; tour divided into three legs stretching from January to April.

Updated 14 Jan, 2020 08:13pm