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Tri-nation series to begin from 18 November
All seven matches to take place in RawalpindiRawalpindi (By Abdullah Asjad): The PCB confirms the revised schedule of tri-nation series involving hosts Pakistan, Sri Lanka and Zimbabwe, with the opening match taking place on 18 November. All seven T20I matches including the final will now take place at the Rawalpindi Cricket Stadium in Rawalpindi. The first ball of all matches will be bowled at 6pm local time.The opening game of the tri-series will be played between Pakistan and Zimbabwe on Tuesday, 18 November. Each team will feature in four matches, with the top two sides qualifying for the final scheduled on Saturday, 29 November.Series schedule (all matches at Rawalpindi Cricket Stadium):18 November – Pakistan v Zimbabwe20 November – Sri Lanka v Zimbabwe22 November – Pakistan v Sri Lanka23 November – Pakistan v Zimbabwe25 November – Sri Lanka v Zimbabwe27 November – Pakistan v Sri Lanka29 November –Final
Match officials announced for T20I Tri-series
Rawalpindi (Sports News): Former West Indies fast bowler Reon King, who is also part of the ICC International Panel of Match Referees, will serve as match referee for the T20I tri-series, which will be played in Rawalpindi and Lahore from 17 to 29 November. Alongside hosts Pakistan, Sri Lanka and Zimbabwe will feature in the seven-match event.In the opening T20I between Pakistan and Zimbabwe at the Rawalpindi Cricket Stadium, Asif Yaqoob (ICC Emerging Panel of Umpires) and Rashid Riaz (ICC International Panel of Umpires) will stand as on-field umpires, while Faisal Afridi (ICC International Panel of Umpires) will act as third umpire. Tariq Rasheed, part of PCB’s National Elite Panel of Umpires, will serve as fourth umpire for the match.For the second T20I between Sri Lanka and Zimbabwe at the same venue on 19 November, Faisal Afridi and Rashid Riaz will officiate on-field, with Asif Yaqoob and Tariq Rasheed taking up third and fourth umpire duties, respectively.For the 22 November contest between Pakistan and Sri Lanka at the Gaddafi Stadium in Lahore, Asif Yaqoob and Faisal Afridi will stand as on-field umpires, while Rashid Riaz and Tariq Rasheed will serve as third and fourth umpire, respectively. On 23 November, in the match between Pakistan and Zimbabwe, Rashid Riaz and Faisal Afridi will officiate on-field, with Asif Yaqoob and Tariq Rasheed as third and fourth umpire, respectively.On 25 November, in the fixture between Sri Lanka and Zimbabwe, Asif Yaqoob and Rashid Riaz will be the on-field umpires, while Ahsan Raza (ICC Elite Panel of Umpires) will perform third umpire duties. Faisal Afridi will serve as fourth umpire.For the 27 November fixture between Pakistan and Sri Lanka, Ahsan Raza and Faisal Afridi will stand as on-field umpires, with Rashid Riaz and Asif Yaqoob performing third and fourth umpire duties, respectively.In the final match, scheduled for 29 November, Ahsan Raza and Asif Yaqoob will officiate on-field, while Rashid Riaz and Faisal Afridi will serve as third and fourth umpire, respectively.
Match officials announced for Pakistan v Sri Lanka ODI series
Rawalpindi (SBR): Pakistan’s Ali Naqvi will officiate the three-match ODI series between Pakistan and Sri Lanka as match referee. The series will be played at the Rawalpindi Cricket Stadium from 11 to 15 November.England’s Alexander Wharf, a member of the ICC Elite Panel of Umpires, will stand as on-field umpire for the first ODI alongside Pakistan’s Asif Yaqoob (ICC Emerging Panel of Umpires). Bangladesh’s Saikat Sharfuddoula, also part of the ICC Elite Panel of Umpires, will be the third umpire, while Rashid Riaz (ICC International Panel of Umpires) will serve as the fourth umpire.For the second ODI on 13 November, Saikat Sharfuddoula will be joined by Faisal Afridi (ICC International Panel of Umpires) as on-field umpires. Alexander Wharf will act as third umpire, while Asif Yaqoob will perform duties of fourth umpire.The third ODI on 15 November will see Alexander Wharf and Rashid Riaz officiating as on-field umpires, with Saikat Sharfuddoula and Faisal Afridi serving as third and fourth umpires, respectively.
Tickets to go on sale for ODI series between Pakistan and Sri Lanka from Tuesday
Tickets available at lowest price of PKR 200; Online ticke Lahore (SBR): Tickets for the three-match ODI series between Pakistan and Sri Lanka will go on sale online from 12pm on Tuesday, 4 November۔All three ODIs will be played at the Rawalpindi Cricket Stadium in Rawalpindi on 11, 13 and 15 November.For the first and second ODIs scheduled on 11 and 13 November, tickets for the General enclosures (Miran Bakhsh, Sohail Tanvir) will be available at PKR 200, while for the third ODI on Saturday, 15 November, they will be priced at PKR 300.Tickets for the First-Class enclosures (Shoaib Akhtar, Yasir Arafat) will be available at PKR 300 for the opening two matches and PKR 400 for the final ODI.Fans wishing to witness the action from the Premium enclosures (Azhar Mahmood, Javed Miandad) can purchase tickets at PKR 400 for the first and second ODIs and PKR 500 for the third.Tickets for the VIP enclosures (Imran Khan, Javed Akhtar) will be priced at PKR 500 for the first two ODIs and PKR 600 for the last match of the series.Seats in the PCB Gallery (main building) will be available at PKR 700 for the first and second ODIs and PKR 850 for the final fixture.Platinum Box seats will be priced at PKR 8,000 for the first two ODIs and PKR 12,000 for the third, while Far-End Box seats will cost PKR 6,000 for the first and second ODIs and PKR 8,000 for the final match.Hospitality boxes for the series are also available for sale. For more information, contact PCB head office.
Abu Dhabi T10: Mohammad Amir Appointed Captain of Quetta Cavalry
DUBAI (SBR): Star fast bowler Mohammad Amir has been named the captain of the new franchise Quetta Cavalry for the Abu Dhabi T10 League 2025. The franchise management has expressed full confidence in Mohammad Amir by entrusting him with the leadership of the team.Mohammad Amir is participating in the T10 format as a captain for the first time and is being hailed as the best choice to guide the young squad. The team management stated that Amir's experience, aggressive bowling style, and fierce competitive spirit on the field will help Quetta Cavalry emerge as a strong team.Quetta Cavalry has assembled a balanced squad this year, including key players such as Sikandar Raza, Abbas Afridi, Mohammad Wasim Jnr, Irfan Khan Niazi, Khuzaima Bin Tanveer, and Arafat Minhas. According to the team management, Mohammad Amir will not only be a threat with the new ball but will also play a crucial mentoring role for the bowlers.Expressing his happiness at being given the captaincy, Mohammad Amir said that he will present Quetta Cavalry as a fighting unit on the field and that fans will witness excellent cricket. He mentioned that the T10 format is fast-paced, exciting, and decisive, and he will work diligently with the team.The Abu Dhabi T10 League will commence on November 18, with renowned cricketers from around the world in action. Cricket fans are anticipating a spectacular performance from Quetta Cavalry under the leadership of Mohammad Amir.
DP World ILT20 Schools Cup 2025 begins in Abu Dhabi, Dubai and Sharjah
Dubai (SBR): The DP World ILT20 Schools Cup began this week across Abu Dhabi, Dubai, and Sharjah. Now in its third edition, the competition stands as the premier national schools’ cricket tournament in the UAE, designed to encourage participation and nurture young cricketing talent. The DP World ILT20 Schools Cup is part of the long-term vision to strengthen the foundations of UAE cricket, the event plays a crucial role in identifying and developing the next generation of players. Past champions include GEMS Modern School (2023) and Cambridge High School Abu Dhabi (2024). This year’s edition introduces an exciting new addition — a girls’ competition, which will feature nine school cricket teams for the first time – matches to be played with proper leather cricket balls, reflecting the rapid growth of the sport among girls across the Emirates. The DP World ILT20 Schools Cup provides a direct pathway from schools to the DP World ILT20, offering young and aspiring cricketers a platform to showcase their skills. A total of 39 school teams are participating, each vying for the coveted title of DP World ILT20 Schools Cup Champion. The tournament, open to school XI players, begins this week and will culminate on 22 November 2025 at the ICC Academy, Dubai. The final match will form part of the DP World ILT20 Junior Cricket Festival, adding to the excitement in the lead-up to DP World ILT20 Season 4 which will be played from Tuesday, 2 December 2025 to Sunday, 4 January 2026. Through this initiative, the DP World ILT20 franchises will also partner with schools to foster stronger connections with students and build a loyal fan base for their home city teams. The winner of the final stage will be crowned the DP World ILT20 Schools Champion for the year 2025.
Pakistan squads announced for white-ball series
Lahore (SBR): The Men’s National Selection Committee has named a 15-member squad for the T20I series against South Africa and the T20I tri-series involving Sri Lanka and Zimbabwe, while a 16-member squad has been announced for the ODI series against South Africa and Sri Lanka.The T20I series between Pakistan and South Africa will be played in Rawalpindi and Lahore from 28 October to 1 November, while the T20I tri-series will be staged at the same venues from 17 to 29 November. In the T20I squad, Abdul Samad, Babar Azam and Naseem Shah make a comeback to the side after missing out on the previous events. Usman Tariq is the only uncapped player in the T20I squad.Pakistan and South Africa, who are currently playing the second Test at the Rawalpindi Cricket Stadium, will also feature in a three-match ODI series to be held at the Iqbal Stadium in Faisalabad from 4 to 8 November. The ODI series will be followed by another three-match ODI series against Sri Lanka at the Rawalpindi Cricket Stadium from 11 to 15 November.In the ODI squad, Faisal Akram, Haris Rauf and Haseebullah return to the side.15-member T20I squad:Salman Ali Agha (captain), Abdul Samad, Abrar Ahmed, Babar Azam, Faheem Ashraf, Hasan Nawaz, Mohammad Nawaz, Mohammad Wasim Jnr, Mohammad Salman Mirza, Naseem Shah, Sahibzada Farhan (wicket-keeper), Saim Ayub, Shaheen Shah Afridi, Usman Khan (wicket-keeper), Usman TariqReserves:Fakhar Zaman, Haris Rauf, Sufiyan Moqim16-member ODI squad:Shahen Shah Afridi (captain), Abrar Ahmed, Babar Azam, Faheem Ashraf, Faisal Akram, Fakhar Zaman, Haris Rauf, Haseebullah, Hasan Nawaz, Hussain Talat, Mohammad Nawaz, Mohammad Rizwan (wicket-keeper), Mohammad Wasim Jnr, Naseem Shah, Saim Ayub, Salman Ali AghaSchedule:South Africa tour to Pakistan28 October – First T20I at Rawalpindi Cricket Stadium, Rawalpindi31 October – Second T20I at Gaddafi Stadium, Lahore1 November – Third T20I at Gaddafi Stadium, Lahore4 November – First ODI at Iqbal Stadium, Faisalabad6 November – Second ODI at Iqbal Stadium, Faisalabad8 November – Third ODI at Iqbal Stadium, FaisalabadSri Lanka tour to Pakistan11 November – First ODI at Rawalpindi Cricket Stadium, Rawalpindi13 November – Second ODI at Rawalpindi Cricket Stadium, Rawalpindi15 November – Third ODI at Rawalpindi Cricket Stadium, RawalpindiT20I Tri-Series (Pakistan, Sri Lanka, Zimbabwe)17 November – Pakistan v Zimbabwe, Rawalpindi Cricket Stadium, Rawalpindi19 November – Sri Lanka v Zimbabwe, Rawalpindi Cricket Stadium, Rawalpindi22 November – Pakistan v Sri Lanka, Gaddafi Stadium, Lahore23 November – Pakistan v Zimbabwe, Gaddafi Stadium, Lahore25 November – Sri Lanka v Zimbabwe, Gaddafi Stadium, Lahore27 November – Pakistan v Sri Lanka, Gaddafi Stadium, Lahore29 November –Final, Gaddafi Stadium, Lahore
Zimbabwe to feature in T20I tri-series in Pakistan
Lahore (SBR): Zimbabwe Cricket has accepted the Pakistan Cricket Board’s invitation to participate in a T20I tri-series also featuring Sri Lanka, to be staged in Rawalpindi and Lahore from 17 to 29 November.The maiden tri-series on Pakistan soil has been scheduled to provide all three sides with preparation ahead of next year’s ICC Men’s T20 World Cup, which will be held in India and Sri Lanka.The tri-series will commence on 17 November, with hosts Pakistan taking on Zimbabwe at the Rawalpindi Cricket Stadium. The second fixture will also be played at the same venue on 19 November, when Sri Lanka take on Zimbabwe.Following the two matches in Rawalpindi, the action will shift to Lahore’s Gaddafi Stadium, which will stage the remaining five matches, including the final on 29 November.Earlier today, Afghanistan expressed their inability to participate in the tournament.T20I Tri-Series (Pakistan, Sri Lanka, Zimbabwe)17 November – Pakistan v Zimbabwe, Rawalpindi Cricket Stadium, Rawalpindi19 November – Sri Lanka v Zimbabwe, Rawalpindi Cricket Stadium, Rawalpindi22 November – Pakistan v Sri Lanka, Gaddafi Stadium, Lahore23 November – Pakistan v Zimbabwe, Gaddafi Stadium, Lahore25 November – Sri Lanka v Zimbabwe, Gaddafi Stadium, Lahore27 November – Pakistan v Sri Lanka, Gaddafi Stadium, Lahore29 November –Final, Gaddafi Stadium, Lahore
Afghanistan U19 team to visit Bangladesh for a Five-Match Youth ODI Series
Kabul (SBR): The Afghanistan Cricket Board confirms that the Afghanistan National U19 Cricket Team will visit Bangladesh for a five-match Youth ODI series, scheduled from October 28 to November 9, 2025, in Bogura, Bangladesh.The team will leave Kabul for Bangladesh on October 20 and will engage in a week-long conditioning camp before meeting the home U19 side in the opening match of the series on October 28.The first two matches are set to be played in Bogura, while the last three will take place at the RDS Cricket Ground in Rajshahi. The matches are scheduled for October 28, 31, and November 3, 6, and 9 respectively.This series marks a crucial phase in Afghanistan’s youth cricket development, providing valuable international exposure and competitive experience ahead of the ICC U19 Men’s Cricket World Cup 2026, hosted by Zimbabwe and Namibia.Naseeb Khan, CEO of the Afghanistan Cricket Board, stated: “We are committed to ensuring that our Future Stars remain consistently engaged alongside the National and A teams. This series will play a crucial role in preparing our U19 squad for the upcoming World Cup and could well unearth promising talents who may later advance to higher levels, including the A team and the senior national side.”Afghanistan Future Stars have recently completed a series of intensive preparatory camps held across Nangarhar and Khost provinces over the past three months, where players focused heavily on physical conditioning, skill development, and participated in several intra-squad practice matches designed to strengthen team cohesion and match readiness.
Lahore Test: Pakistan score 313 runs for 5 on opening day
Lahore (Sports News): Pakistan batters were satisfied when they finished 313 for 5 on the opening day of the first Test match at Qaddafi Stadium Lahore on Sunday after 90 overs game.Left-handed batter Imam ul Haq was the top scorer with 93 runs while skipper Shan Masood added 75 runs. Both batters aggregated 160 runs for the second wicket. Acha Salman and Mohammad Rizwan were not out at the end of day 1 game. Babar Azam could only made 23 runs.
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