The Pakistan Cricket Board (PCB) has announced the match officials for the upcoming T20I tri-series involving Pakistan, Sri Lanka, and Zimbabwe. The series is scheduled to begin on November 17, with the final set for November 29 at Gaddafi Stadium, Lahore.

Forbes has released its 2025 ranking of the highest-paid football legends, highlighting athletes who continue to excel both on the pitch and in business. The list showcases global football icons whose earnings extend far beyond matchday salaries, reflecting their ability to convert sporting success, fame, and personal branding into substantial financial gain.

Pakistan men’s hockey head coach Tahir Zaman has opted out of traveling to Dhaka for the upcoming three-match series due to disagreements with the Pakistan Hockey Federation over team selection. Zaman cited interference from the federation as the primary reason for his decision, stating that his authority in choosing players was being undermined.

Young Pakistani wicketkeeper-batter Azam Khan has recently unveiled a remarkable transformation in his fitness and overall physique, signaling his commitment to professional growth and athletic excellence. Previously, Azam had faced criticism over his fitness levels and mobility on the field, with observers questioning his agility and endurance, which are critical for a wicketkeeper-batter.

Unidentified gunmen targeted the residence of Pakistan cricketer Naseem Shah in Lower Dir, Khyber Pakhtunkhwa, on Sunday night, raising concerns about the safety of the player and his family. According to local reports, the attack involved gunfire directed at the house, but fortunately, no injuries were reported. The incident caused significant alarm among neighbors and cricket fans in the area,

Pakistan clinched the title at the Hong Kong Sixes by defeating Kuwait by 43 runs in an exciting final. Batting first, Pakistan set a competitive total of 135 runs for the loss of three wickets in the six-over match. Kuwait, in reply, struggled to keep pace and could only manage 92 runs, handing Pakistan a convincing victory.

The International Olympic Committee (IOC) has announced that Saudi Arabia will no longer host the inaugural Olympic Esports Games, originally scheduled for 2027. The decision follows a mutual agreement between the IOC and the Saudi National Olympic Committee to end their collaboration on the event.

Pakistani boxer Fatima Zahra made history by winning Pakistan’s first medal at the 2025 Islamic Solidarity Games held in Riyadh. Representing the Pakistan Army, the Sargodha-born athlete advanced to the -60 kg semifinals with a dominant 5-0 victory over Algeria’s Hamda Melissa. This achievement guarantees her at least a bronze medal, marking a significant milestone for Pakistan boxing on the

Pakistan’s star batter Babar Azam has achieved a remarkable milestone by surpassing 15,000 runs in international cricket, cementing his status as one of the country’s all-time greats. This landmark was reached in just 370 international innings, highlighting Babar’s consistency, skill, and dominance across formats.

Pakistan has finalized arrangements to avoid traveling to India for the 2026 T20 World Cup, choosing instead to play all its group-stage matches at neutral venues in Sri Lanka. The decision reflects ongoing political sensitivities and security concerns between the two neighboring nations, ensuring that Pakistan’s participation in the tournament can proceed without complications.