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Pakistan Cricket Board's (PCB) decision to <a href="https://www.wionews.com/sports/pakistan-drop-7-players-release-coaches-eng-vs-pak-edgbaston-test-1788199115158">cut loose seven players</a> after two Test losses against England might have been done with good intentions, but the move has attracted widespread criticism instead. PCB, after losing the first Test by an innings and the second Test by 194 runs, removed seven players from the third Test squad, which starts on September 9. Along with the players, including Salman Ali Agha who led the team in the first Test, Pakistan also removed head coach Sarfaraz Ahmed and bowling coach Umar Gul as well.<h2>Former players and coaches call out PCB for sending back 7 players from England Test squad</h2>The move, which came on Monday (Aug 31), saw Mohammad Rizwan, Imam-ul-Haq, Salman Agha, Ali Usman, Aamer Jamal, Awais Zafar, and Khurram Shahzad being dropped, while Arafat Minhas, Mohammad Imran Jnr, Saad Baig, Mohammad Imran Randhawa, Razaullah, as well as Saim Ayub and Abdullah Fazal were called into the squad.Also Watch - <a href="https://www.wionews.com/sports/us-open-2026-what-an-honour-allen-iverson-reacts-after-naomi-osaka-round-1-outfit-pays-tribute-to-nba-legend-1788237425166">US Open 2026: Osaka's statement 'Iverson' look before 1st round win</a>As for the coaches, white-ball head coach Mike Hesson and bowling coach Ashley Noffke replaced their red-ball counterparts, Sarfaraz Ahmed and Umar Gul.The personnel change, however, didn't go down well with Mickey Arthur, former Pakistan coach, who wrote on X: "Absolutely ridiculous decisions by the PCB — this is the reason they are in the mess they are in because they constantly chop and change players, coaches and selectors and there is no stability! Planning, stability and structure = consistent performance."Former skipper Shoaib Malik called the players' treatment disrespectful and wrote on X: "The players dropped from the squad are still our national cricketers who have served Pakistan. Phrases like ‘sent on the first flight back’ are disrespectful. Accountability should start with those who broke the system, not with players especially those who were on the bench or have played 2-3 Test matches. Plus, accountability starts once a tour is done, not in the middle of it."Shahid Afridi also didn't mince his words and wrote: "Not sure what is the logic or reasoning behind this decision! Even the replacements make no sense – T20 players have been included for a Test match in England?"Pakistan, who have now lost 10 of their last 11 away Tests, will face England in the third and final Test on September 9 at Edgbaston, Birmingham.

The PCB faces severe backlash from former coaches and players after dropping seven players and changing coaching staff midway through the England Test series following back-to-back heavy defeats.

Pakistan Cricket Board's (PCB) decision to cut loose seven players after two Test losses against England might have been done with good intentions, but the move has attracted widespread criticism instead. PCB, after losing the first Test by an innings and the second Test by 194 runs, removed seven players from the third Test squad, which starts on September 9. Along with the players, including Salman Ali Agha who led the team in the first Test, Pakistan also removed head coach Sarfaraz Ahmed and bowling coach Umar Gul as well. Former players and coaches call out PCB for sending back 7 players from England Test squad The move, which came on Monday (Aug 31), saw Mohammad Rizwan, Imam-ul-Haq, Salman Agha, Ali Usman, Aamer Jamal, Awais Zafar, and Khurram Shahzad being dropped, while Arafat Minhas, Mohammad Imran Jnr, Saad Baig, Mohammad Imran Randhawa, Razaullah, as well as Saim Ayub and Abdullah Fazal were called into the squad. Also Watch - US Open 2026: Osaka's statement 'Iverson' look before 1st round win As for the coaches, white-ball head coach Mike Hesson and bowling coach Ashley Noffke replaced their red-ball counterparts, Sarfaraz Ahmed and Umar Gul. The personnel change, however, didn't go down well with Mickey Arthur, former Pakistan coach, who wrote on X: "Absolutely ridiculous decisions by the PCB — this is the reason they are in the mess they are in because they constantly chop and change players, coaches and selectors and there is no stability! Planning, stability and structure = consistent performance." Former skipper Shoaib Malik called the players' treatment disrespectful and wrote on X: "The players dropped from the squad are still our national cricketers who have served Pakistan. Phrases like ‘sent on the first flight back’ are disrespectful. Accountability should start with those who broke the system, not with players especially those who were on the bench or have played 2-3 Test matches. Plus, accountability starts once a tour is done, not in the middle of it." Shahid Afridi also didn't mince his words and wrote: "Not sure what is the logic or reasoning behind this decision! Even the replacements make no sense – T20 players have been included for a Test match in England?" Pakistan, who have now lost 10 of their last 11 away Tests, will face England in the third and final Test on September 9 at Edgbaston, Birmingham.

The PCB faces severe backlash from former coaches and players after dropping seven players and changing coaching staff midway through the England Test series following back-to-back heavy defeats.

'Absolutely ridiculous': PCB faces backlash after dropping 7 Pakistan players and coaches mid-tour in England

Pakistan has taken stern steps after losing the second Test at Lord’s and conceding the three-match series against England (2-0). Pakistan dropped seven players from the squad for the third Test at Edgbaston and also released coaches Sarfaraz Ahmed and Umar Gul. This shocking overhaul came on the back of Pakistan’s 194-run loss in the second match, having been dismissed for the fourth time consecutively inside 200. &nbsp;While Pakistan sent home seven key players, including Mohammad Rizwan, Imam-ul-Haq, Salman Agha, Ali Usman, Aamer Jamal, Awais Zafar, and Khurram Shahzad, they recalled as many, including Saim Ayub and Abdullah Fazal among several rookies. Mike Hesson and Ashley Noffke, the head coach and the bowling coach in the white-ball setup, have been asked to take over the coaching duties for the final Test. &nbsp;The five uncapped players picked for the Edgbaston Test are Arafat Minhas, Mohammad Imran Jnr, Saad Baig, Mohammad Imran Randhawa, and Razaullah.&nbsp;<h3>Pakistan Test squad for the third Test -</h3>Babar Azam (captain), Abdullah Fazal, Arafat Minhas, Azan Awais, Mohammad Abbas, Mohammad Ali, Muhammad Imran, Mohammad Imran Jnr, Muhammad Ghazi Ghori (wk), Razaullah, Saad Baig (wk), Saim Ayub, Sajid Khan, Saud Shakeel, Shan Masood and Ubaid Shah &nbsp;While regular captain Babar Azam was also under the scanner for his poor outing in his comeback Test, he retained his place as the skipper and marquee batter, with Shan Masood and Abdullah Shafique also holding onto their spots. Opener Azan Awais, who was Pakistan’s best batter in the first innings at Lord’s, has also retained his place.<h2>High-Profile Omissions</h2>Imam-ul-Haq, who suffered a left calf strain and was ruled out of the Test, is among those sent home. Salman Ali Agha, who took over the captaincy duties in Babar’s absence in the Headingley Test, has followed, while the left-arm spinner Ali Usman has been shown the door. All-rounder Khurram Shahzad, who was expensive during his run in the first two Tests, has joined them.&nbsp;&nbsp;Also read| <a href="https://www.wionews.com/sports/imam-ul-haq-fake-injury-ink-toe-controversy-pcb-ban-1788188621019">Imam-ul-Haq accused of using ink to fake toe injury during 2025 NZ tour: Reports</a> &nbsp;However, the biggest name on the list was that of gloveman Mohammad Rizwan. Even though he was impressive behind the wickets, standing close to seamer Mohammad Abbas, his returns with the bat, and most importantly, his manner of dismissals led to his exit. Rizwan scored 7, 1, 12 and 41 in four outings. &nbsp;Meanwhile, white-ball opener Saim Ayub hasn’t played any cricket for Pakistan since the T20 World Cup exit in February. Although inconsistency hasn’t been the major factor, fitness kept the selectors sceptical about his selection.&nbsp; &nbsp;The third Test will begin on Wednesday (Sep 9).&nbsp;

Pakistan drop seven players—including Mohammad Rizwan and Imam-ul-Haq—and release red-ball coaches after a crushing Lord's Test loss to England. See the updated 3rd Test squad. 

Pakistan has taken stern steps after losing the second Test at Lord’s and conceding the three-match series against England (2-0). Pakistan dropped seven players from the squad for the third Test at Edgbaston and also released coaches Sarfaraz Ahmed and Umar Gul. This shocking overhaul came on the back of Pakistan’s 194-run loss in the second match, having been dismissed for the fourth time consecutively inside 200. While Pakistan sent home seven key players, including Mohammad Rizwan, Imam-ul-Haq, Salman Agha, Ali Usman, Aamer Jamal, Awais Zafar, and Khurram Shahzad, they recalled as many, including Saim Ayub and Abdullah Fazal among several rookies. Mike Hesson and Ashley Noffke, the head coach and the bowling coach in the white-ball setup, have been asked to take over the coaching duties for the final Test. The five uncapped players picked for the Edgbaston Test are Arafat Minhas, Mohammad Imran Jnr, Saad Baig, Mohammad Imran Randhawa, and Razaullah. Pakistan Test squad for the third Test - Babar Azam (captain), Abdullah Fazal, Arafat Minhas, Azan Awais, Mohammad Abbas, Mohammad Ali, Muhammad Imran, Mohammad Imran Jnr, Muhammad Ghazi Ghori (wk), Razaullah, Saad Baig (wk), Saim Ayub, Sajid Khan, Saud Shakeel, Shan Masood and Ubaid Shah While regular captain Babar Azam was also under the scanner for his poor outing in his comeback Test, he retained his place as the skipper and marquee batter, with Shan Masood and Abdullah Shafique also holding onto their spots. Opener Azan Awais, who was Pakistan’s best batter in the first innings at Lord’s, has also retained his place. High-Profile Omissions Imam-ul-Haq, who suffered a left calf strain and was ruled out of the Test, is among those sent home. Salman Ali Agha, who took over the captaincy duties in Babar’s absence in the Headingley Test, has followed, while the left-arm spinner Ali Usman has been shown the door. All-rounder Khurram Shahzad, who was expensive during his run in the first two Tests, has joined them. Also read| Imam-ul-Haq accused of using ink to fake toe injury during 2025 NZ tour: Reports However, the biggest name on the list was that of gloveman Mohammad Rizwan. Even though he was impressive behind the wickets, standing close to seamer Mohammad Abbas, his returns with the bat, and most importantly, his manner of dismissals led to his exit. Rizwan scored 7, 1, 12 and 41 in four outings. Meanwhile, white-ball opener Saim Ayub hasn’t played any cricket for Pakistan since the T20 World Cup exit in February. Although inconsistency hasn’t been the major factor, fitness kept the selectors sceptical about his selection. The third Test will begin on Wednesday (Sep 9).

Pakistan drop seven players—including Mohammad Rizwan and Imam-ul-Haq—and release red-ball coaches after a crushing Lord's Test loss to England. See the updated 3rd Test squad.&nbsp;

Pakistan drop 7 players, release coaches after Lord’s Test loss to England

Pakistan opener Imam-ul-Haq was ruled out of the concluded second Test against England at Lord’s due to a calf strain. After sustaining the injury during the first innings of the series opener at Headingley, Imam batted twice in the Tests but did not bat even once during the second match. His absence hurt Pakistan as they lost the Test by 194 runs and conceded the three-match series (2-0) with one game to go. However, startling revelations have surfaced, accusing Imam of using ink to fake his toe injury during the 2025 New Zealand tour, with the PCB reportedly considering a ban.&nbsp;Former PCB selection committee chairman Mohammad Wasim also narrated an instance on the same lines after Imam did not come out to bat in the first innings at Lord’s. He said during his time with Pakistan Cricket in 2022, the team physio warned Wasim of Imam’s deliberate tactics of faking injuries to avoid playing, which he eventually discovered soon after.&nbsp;Also read| <a href="https://www.wionews.com/sports/babar-azam-pcb-lords-test-boycott-imran-khan-interview-1788174409605">'No, no, no': Babar Azam dismisses alleged PCB walkout over Imran Khan interview | WATCH</a>&nbsp;A Geo News report, also carried by several publications, shed light on a hidden controversy which could potentially tarnish PCB and Imam’s reputation internationally. During Pakistan’s tour of New Zealand in March 2025, the PCB inquiry committee found Imam responsible for allegedly faking an injury midway through the series.<h2>Allegations of Ink and Misrepresentation</h2>The incident happened on March 28 when the left-handed opener suffered a blow to his right toe. While the X-ray report showed no evidence of Imam suffering any fracture or a subsequent toe injury, he continued to complain of severe pain and discolouration. Things took an interesting turn after being asked to avoid walking, Imam allegedly walked around 500 meters to attend an iftar gathering.&nbsp;The inquiry report also reportedly claimed that when the team doctor cleaned Imam’s toe with chemically treated paper, the alleged injury mark (black colour) disappeared, with the report describing it as ‘not a natural blood mark but ink or marker.’<h3>Inquiry Recommended a Full Ban</h3>The report also states that the team officials informed the inquiry committee that Imam limped while walking in front of the medical staff but walked normally when he was away from them. Although Imam denied all allegations, the PCB committee reportedly found his explanation inconsistent with the medical evidence and other findings.&nbsp;The sources close to the information concluded that there was no medical basis to declare that Imam was unfit for New Zealand ODIs, while also accusing him of 'fabricating, exaggerating or misrepresenting symptoms and misleading medical staff' and of 'deliberately attempting to make himself unavailable for the opening ODI.’&nbsp;The inquiry committee also recommended banning Imam from representing Pakistan across all formats and at all levels.

Pakistan opener Imam-ul-Haq faces a potential ban after a PCB inquiry revealed he allegedly used ink to fake a toe injury during the 2025 New Zealand tour.

Pakistan opener Imam-ul-Haq was ruled out of the concluded second Test against England at Lord’s due to a calf strain. After sustaining the injury during the first innings of the series opener at Headingley, Imam batted twice in the Tests but did not bat even once during the second match. His absence hurt Pakistan as they lost the Test by 194 runs and conceded the three-match series (2-0) with one game to go. However, startling revelations have surfaced, accusing Imam of using ink to fake his toe injury during the 2025 New Zealand tour, with the PCB reportedly considering a ban. Former PCB selection committee chairman Mohammad Wasim also narrated an instance on the same lines after Imam did not come out to bat in the first innings at Lord’s. He said during his time with Pakistan Cricket in 2022, the team physio warned Wasim of Imam’s deliberate tactics of faking injuries to avoid playing, which he eventually discovered soon after. Also read| 'No, no, no': Babar Azam dismisses alleged PCB walkout over Imran Khan interview | WATCH A Geo News report, also carried by several publications, shed light on a hidden controversy which could potentially tarnish PCB and Imam’s reputation internationally. During Pakistan’s tour of New Zealand in March 2025, the PCB inquiry committee found Imam responsible for allegedly faking an injury midway through the series. Allegations of Ink and Misrepresentation The incident happened on March 28 when the left-handed opener suffered a blow to his right toe. While the X-ray report showed no evidence of Imam suffering any fracture or a subsequent toe injury, he continued to complain of severe pain and discolouration. Things took an interesting turn after being asked to avoid walking, Imam allegedly walked around 500 meters to attend an iftar gathering. The inquiry report also reportedly claimed that when the team doctor cleaned Imam’s toe with chemically treated paper, the alleged injury mark (black colour) disappeared, with the report describing it as ‘not a natural blood mark but ink or marker.’ Inquiry Recommended a Full Ban The report also states that the team officials informed the inquiry committee that Imam limped while walking in front of the medical staff but walked normally when he was away from them. Although Imam denied all allegations, the PCB committee reportedly found his explanation inconsistent with the medical evidence and other findings. The sources close to the information concluded that there was no medical basis to declare that Imam was unfit for New Zealand ODIs, while also accusing him of 'fabricating, exaggerating or misrepresenting symptoms and misleading medical staff' and of 'deliberately attempting to make himself unavailable for the opening ODI.’ The inquiry committee also recommended banning Imam from representing Pakistan across all formats and at all levels.

Pakistan opener Imam-ul-Haq faces a potential ban after a PCB inquiry revealed he allegedly used ink to fake a toe injury during the 2025 New Zealand tour.

Imam-ul-Haq accused of using ink to fake toe injury during 2025 NZ tour: Reports

The Bangladesh Cricket Board (BCB) president Tamim Iqbal is hopeful that India’s proposed tour will take place sometime in the 2026-2027 season. Earlier in August, Tamim claimed that India’s tour of Bangladesh, consisting of three ODIs and as many T20Is, in September could be postponed again. On Monday, Iqbal confirmed that positive talks between the two boards are underway, indicating a possible window early next year. "All I can tell you is that both the cricket boards are in discussion," Tamim said. "It is a fruitful talk, and I am hopeful this will happen." &nbsp;Meanwhile, the BCB announced a proposed series between the two neighbouring countries on January 2 this year, only for major fallout a few days later to wipe out any possibility. Soon after, the IPL franchise Kolkata Knight Riders (KKR) released Bangladeshi seamer Mustafizur Rahman amid political unrest and reports of attacks on minorities in Bangladesh during that time.&nbsp;Also read| <a href="https://www.wionews.com/sports/asian-games-2026-cricket-lack-of-5-star-hotel-facilities-japan-1788177468377">Lack of 5-star room service plagues Asian Games cricket, official says</a> &nbsp;Irked by BCCI's decision, the BCB, in accordance with the interim government at that time, decided to withdraw its team from the 2026 T20 World Cup in India and Sri Lanka. While the ICC tried to convince Bangladesh that there was no potential threat to their travelling entourage in India, Bangladesh’s sports ministry insisted on sticking to their decision. As a result, Bangladesh forfeited the T20 World Cup, and Scotland replaced them in Group B. &nbsp;That episode, in particular, hurt the relations between the two cricketing boards, with the BCCI indicating it would not send its team to Bangladesh later this year for a scheduled white-ball series. The Indian cricket board agreed to play a three-match T20I series against Afghanistan in mid-September instead, completely crushing any chance of touring Bangladesh. &nbsp;Last month, the BCB chief flew to Bengaluru at the BCCI's Centre of Excellence (CoE) in his quest to revive the strained relationship between the two boards. Meanwhile, this India tour of Bangladesh was originally scheduled for August 2025 before being deferred to September 2026.&nbsp; &nbsp;The official announcement on the revised schedule hasn’t been made public yet.&nbsp;

BCB president Tamim Iqbal confirms positive talks with the BCCI to reschedule India’s postponed white-ball tour of Bangladesh for the 2026-27 season.

The Bangladesh Cricket Board (BCB) president Tamim Iqbal is hopeful that India’s proposed tour will take place sometime in the 2026-2027 season. Earlier in August, Tamim claimed that India’s tour of Bangladesh, consisting of three ODIs and as many T20Is, in September could be postponed again. On Monday, Iqbal confirmed that positive talks between the two boards are underway, indicating a possible window early next year. "All I can tell you is that both the cricket boards are in discussion," Tamim said. "It is a fruitful talk, and I am hopeful this will happen." Meanwhile, the BCB announced a proposed series between the two neighbouring countries on January 2 this year, only for major fallout a few days later to wipe out any possibility. Soon after, the IPL franchise Kolkata Knight Riders (KKR) released Bangladeshi seamer Mustafizur Rahman amid political unrest and reports of attacks on minorities in Bangladesh during that time. Also read| Lack of 5-star room service plagues Asian Games cricket, official says Irked by BCCI's decision, the BCB, in accordance with the interim government at that time, decided to withdraw its team from the 2026 T20 World Cup in India and Sri Lanka. While the ICC tried to convince Bangladesh that there was no potential threat to their travelling entourage in India, Bangladesh’s sports ministry insisted on sticking to their decision. As a result, Bangladesh forfeited the T20 World Cup, and Scotland replaced them in Group B. That episode, in particular, hurt the relations between the two cricketing boards, with the BCCI indicating it would not send its team to Bangladesh later this year for a scheduled white-ball series. The Indian cricket board agreed to play a three-match T20I series against Afghanistan in mid-September instead, completely crushing any chance of touring Bangladesh. Last month, the BCB chief flew to Bengaluru at the BCCI's Centre of Excellence (CoE) in his quest to revive the strained relationship between the two boards. Meanwhile, this India tour of Bangladesh was originally scheduled for August 2025 before being deferred to September 2026. The official announcement on the revised schedule hasn’t been made public yet.

BCB president Tamim Iqbal confirms positive talks with the BCCI to reschedule India’s postponed white-ball tour of Bangladesh for the 2026-27 season.

'Still Hopeful': BCB chief Tamim Iqbal breaks silence on India's proposed tour of Bangladesh

Australian fast bowler Josh Hazlewood says the hostile South African crowd won't affect him much on the upcoming tour, including three ODIs and as many Tests. With the Aussies returning to South Africa for the first time since the sandpaper gate in 2018, Hazlewood expects the Proteas crowd to come down hard on him and the players fielding near the boundary lines. Having toured England and New Zealand, where the home fans usually love sledging the mighty Aussies, Hazlewood warned that Australian players won’t be fazed this time. &nbsp;Although Australia toured South Africa for the ODI series in 2020 and 2023, the stakes are expected to be higher this time.&nbsp;&nbsp;Also read| <a href="https://www.wionews.com/sports/babar-azam-pcb-lords-test-boycott-imran-khan-interview-1788174409605">'No, no, no': Babar Azam dismisses alleged PCB walkout over Imran Khan interview | WATCH</a> &nbsp;Hazlewood was one of the five players who featured in the infamous Cape Town Test, where stalwarts including David Warner and Steve Smith were among those handed one-year bans. With Hazlewood and Smith likely to be picked for the Test series, starting in Durban, and Newlands hosting the third Test, the Aussie quick said tackling crowd abuse is unlikely to be part of discussions in the lead-up. &nbsp;"I don't think we'll talk about it, no," Hazlewood said at a launch of Play Cricket week on Monday. "I tend to put New Zealand and South Africa a bit in the same boat. We cop a lot in England as well, so pretty much every away game we cop it a fair bit. &nbsp;"I'm used to everything at fine leg. The guys out in the slips don't hear too much, so it's probably more the guys fielding on the boundary and different things.&nbsp; &nbsp;"It'll be fine,” he continued.<h2>Hazlewood wants to play more cricket</h2>Recently returning to Test cricket during the Bangladesh series after being out for a considerable period since suffering a right hamstring strain that ruled him out of the home Ashes, Hazlewood aims to maintain his fitness and make himself available for as many matches as possible.&nbsp; &nbsp;The 35-year-old is expected to be picked in the ODI squad for the South Africa and Zimbabwe series to be announced on Tuesday.&nbsp; &nbsp;"I think still the best way forward for me is to play as much as I can, in reason. Once you're at that intensity, which we're all at now, it's trying to maintain that," Hazlewood said. &nbsp;Meanwhile, after the three-match ODI series, Australia will also play a two-day warm-up fixture against South Africa A ahead of the first Test, which begins on October 9.&nbsp;

Josh Hazlewood insists Australia won't be fazed by hostile South African crowds as they return for their first Test series since the 2018 Cape Town controversy.

Australian fast bowler Josh Hazlewood says the hostile South African crowd won't affect him much on the upcoming tour, including three ODIs and as many Tests. With the Aussies returning to South Africa for the first time since the sandpaper gate in 2018, Hazlewood expects the Proteas crowd to come down hard on him and the players fielding near the boundary lines. Having toured England and New Zealand, where the home fans usually love sledging the mighty Aussies, Hazlewood warned that Australian players won’t be fazed this time. Although Australia toured South Africa for the ODI series in 2020 and 2023, the stakes are expected to be higher this time. Also read| 'No, no, no': Babar Azam dismisses alleged PCB walkout over Imran Khan interview | WATCH Hazlewood was one of the five players who featured in the infamous Cape Town Test, where stalwarts including David Warner and Steve Smith were among those handed one-year bans. With Hazlewood and Smith likely to be picked for the Test series, starting in Durban, and Newlands hosting the third Test, the Aussie quick said tackling crowd abuse is unlikely to be part of discussions in the lead-up. "I don't think we'll talk about it, no," Hazlewood said at a launch of Play Cricket week on Monday. "I tend to put New Zealand and South Africa a bit in the same boat. We cop a lot in England as well, so pretty much every away game we cop it a fair bit. "I'm used to everything at fine leg. The guys out in the slips don't hear too much, so it's probably more the guys fielding on the boundary and different things. "It'll be fine,” he continued. Hazlewood wants to play more cricket Recently returning to Test cricket during the Bangladesh series after being out for a considerable period since suffering a right hamstring strain that ruled him out of the home Ashes, Hazlewood aims to maintain his fitness and make himself available for as many matches as possible. The 35-year-old is expected to be picked in the ODI squad for the South Africa and Zimbabwe series to be announced on Tuesday. "I think still the best way forward for me is to play as much as I can, in reason. Once you're at that intensity, which we're all at now, it's trying to maintain that," Hazlewood said. Meanwhile, after the three-match ODI series, Australia will also play a two-day warm-up fixture against South Africa A ahead of the first Test, which begins on October 9.

Josh Hazlewood insists Australia won't be fazed by hostile South African crowds as they return for their first Test series since the 2018 Cape Town controversy.

Josh Hazlewood expects South Africa sledging, insists Aussies won't be fazed

The lack of five-star hotel facilities for cricket players at the upcoming 2026 Asian Games in Japan has caused a stir within the Asian Cricket Council (ACC), which has heard concerns raised by participating members. The men's and women's T20 competition will be played at Japan's newly built cricket ground in Nisshin starting September 17. However, reports of tents being used as dressing rooms, distant washroom facilities and a lack of top-class accommodation for cricketers have raised eyebrows. &nbsp;"There are some concerns with regard to the quality of accommodation being provided and also with regard to the logistics," Sri Lanka Cricket secretary Prakash Schaffter said to the reporters in Colombo. He added that the ACC executive committee has also discussed the Asian Games with a 'degree of detail' at its concluded meeting in Bangkok.&nbsp; &nbsp;Although teams like India, Pakistan, Sri Lanka, Bangladesh and Afghanistan have agreed to send their representatives to examine the makeshift venue and other logistical arrangements, the ACC and the organisers are hopeful the tournament will go ahead as planned.&nbsp; &nbsp;"There is a lack of available five-star rooms. Cricketers are generally provided with five-star accommodation," he said, adding that Japan’s host city did not have luxury hotels to accommodate all athletes and spectators. &nbsp;Meanwhile, reports across the Indian subcontinent claim the BCCI was unhappy with the Asian Games’ arrangements for the cricket competition as they even contemplated sending a second-string team for the tournament. &nbsp;India named a potent 15-man squad for the multi-team event, with T20I captain Shreyas Iyer leading the charge. While the squad includes almost all first-team players, including pace spearhead Jasprit Bumrah, 15-year-old batting prodigy Vaibhav Sooryavanshi has also made the cut.&nbsp;Also read| <a href="https://www.wionews.com/sports/duleep-trophy-vaibhav-sooryavanshi-scripts-history-becomes-youngest-batter-to-achieve-this-milestone-1788158737341">Duleep Trophy: Vaibhav Sooryavanshi scripts history, becomes youngest batter to achieve THIS milestone</a> &nbsp;The Bangladesh Cricket Board (BCB) said the ACC member boards are looking at concerns around player facilities at the Asian Games. &nbsp;"The cricket part of the Asian Games will be looked after by the Asian Cricket Council," BCB cricket operations manager Shahriar Nafees said. "The individual boards have already discussed it at the ACC forum, and they will take a collective decision on the issue."&nbsp;(With inputs from AFP)

Asian Games 2026 cricket in Japan faces major backlash over a lack of 5-star hotel facilities, tents as dressing rooms, and logistical concerns raised by ACC.

The lack of five-star hotel facilities for cricket players at the upcoming 2026 Asian Games in Japan has caused a stir within the Asian Cricket Council (ACC), which has heard concerns raised by participating members. The men's and women's T20 competition will be played at Japan's newly built cricket ground in Nisshin starting September 17. However, reports of tents being used as dressing rooms, distant washroom facilities and a lack of top-class accommodation for cricketers have raised eyebrows. "There are some concerns with regard to the quality of accommodation being provided and also with regard to the logistics," Sri Lanka Cricket secretary Prakash Schaffter said to the reporters in Colombo. He added that the ACC executive committee has also discussed the Asian Games with a 'degree of detail' at its concluded meeting in Bangkok. Although teams like India, Pakistan, Sri Lanka, Bangladesh and Afghanistan have agreed to send their representatives to examine the makeshift venue and other logistical arrangements, the ACC and the organisers are hopeful the tournament will go ahead as planned. "There is a lack of available five-star rooms. Cricketers are generally provided with five-star accommodation," he said, adding that Japan’s host city did not have luxury hotels to accommodate all athletes and spectators. Meanwhile, reports across the Indian subcontinent claim the BCCI was unhappy with the Asian Games’ arrangements for the cricket competition as they even contemplated sending a second-string team for the tournament. India named a potent 15-man squad for the multi-team event, with T20I captain Shreyas Iyer leading the charge. While the squad includes almost all first-team players, including pace spearhead Jasprit Bumrah, 15-year-old batting prodigy Vaibhav Sooryavanshi has also made the cut. Also read| Duleep Trophy: Vaibhav Sooryavanshi scripts history, becomes youngest batter to achieve THIS milestone The Bangladesh Cricket Board (BCB) said the ACC member boards are looking at concerns around player facilities at the Asian Games. "The cricket part of the Asian Games will be looked after by the Asian Cricket Council," BCB cricket operations manager Shahriar Nafees said. "The individual boards have already discussed it at the ACC forum, and they will take a collective decision on the issue." (With inputs from AFP)

Asian Games 2026 cricket in Japan faces major backlash over a lack of 5-star hotel facilities, tents as dressing rooms, and logistical concerns raised by ACC.

Lack of 5-star room service plagues Asian Games cricket, official says

Pakistan Test captain Babar Azam looked surprised when asked about PCB’s alleged plan to walk out following Imran Khan’s sons’ interview on day one of the concluded Lord’s Test. UK TV and digital outlet Sky Sports telecast an interview with Imran’s sons Kasim and Suleiman during lunch on the opening day of the second Test amid reports of PCB warning its players not to take the field should that go ahead. While Sky aired that interview and Pakistani players also took the field after lunch, team captain Babar denied knowledge of the recent developments and reports that the PCB had threatened to boycott the then-ongoing Test match. &nbsp;Pakistan lost the second Test by 194 runs, with returning Babar failing to produce runs with the bat. After missing out on the series opener due to a finger injury, Babar returned to the playing XI for the next match, replacing Salman Agha. The talismanic batter endured a tough time facing express pace and seam under the clouds, managing 8 and 6 across two innings, respectively.&nbsp;Also read| <a href="https://www.wionews.com/sports/imran-khan-s-imprisonment-pcb-warns-pakistan-players-against-public-comments-1788100232353">Imran Khan’s imprisonment: PCB warns Pakistan players against public comments</a> &nbsp;While scoring runs in English conditions remains a challenge for the right-hander, facing the country’s media is no less after he successfully dodged a question around Imran Khan’s sons’ interview. &nbsp;Speaking to Test Match Special after conceding the Test and the three-match Test series (2-0), Babar responded to questions around the controversial interview that has gripped Pakistan cricket. When asked about reports of the travelling side deciding against taking the field post-lunch on day one, Babar said, ‘No, no, no...I haven’t heard that thing.”&nbsp;WATCH VIDEO -

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<h2>Father’s Health Deteriorating: Imran’s Sons</h2>Former England captain Michael Atherton interviewed Imran Khan’s sons on SKY, where the two spoke about concerns regarding their imprisoned father’s health in Pakistan’s Adiala Jail. The latest reports suggested that the PCB chairman and Pakistan’s minister of interior affairs, Mohsin Naqvi, also requested Sky not to air that interview before the UK publication eventually telecast it. &nbsp;Amid reports of PCB threatening a walkout, Pakistan head coach Sarfaraz Ahmed countered questions around the same on the second day of the Test, saying, “I don’t know anything. I’m just focusing on the match. You’re talking about the interview? We don’t know about the interview. All are OK. We were having lunch at that time.” &nbsp;Kasim, one of Imran’s two sons, said, “They’re completely isolating him for more than 23 hours a day in a cell. So right now it’s really crucial for us that he gets proper treatment. When he was seen by them, he had an eye patch on from the eye situation. He seemed visibly stressed. And that is something that’s very hard for us to imagine because he embodies a kind of calm, assured presence every time I have seen him, even in very, very tough situations.” &nbsp;Meanwhile, the PCB has also reportedly informed the squad members not to speak on this matter in public for the remainder of the tour.&nbsp;

Babar Azam breaks his silence on reports of the PCB's alleged Lord's Test boycott following Sky Sports' interview with Imran Khan’s sons. Read his response.

Pakistan Test captain Babar Azam looked surprised when asked about PCB’s alleged plan to walk out following Imran Khan’s sons’ interview on day one of the concluded Lord’s Test. UK TV and digital outlet Sky Sports telecast an interview with Imran’s sons Kasim and Suleiman during lunch on the opening day of the second Test amid reports of PCB warning its players not to take the field should that go ahead. While Sky aired that interview and Pakistani players also took the field after lunch, team captain Babar denied knowledge of the recent developments and reports that the PCB had threatened to boycott the then-ongoing Test match. Pakistan lost the second Test by 194 runs, with returning Babar failing to produce runs with the bat. After missing out on the series opener due to a finger injury, Babar returned to the playing XI for the next match, replacing Salman Agha. The talismanic batter endured a tough time facing express pace and seam under the clouds, managing 8 and 6 across two innings, respectively. Also read| Imran Khan’s imprisonment: PCB warns Pakistan players against public comments While scoring runs in English conditions remains a challenge for the right-hander, facing the country’s media is no less after he successfully dodged a question around Imran Khan’s sons’ interview. Speaking to Test Match Special after conceding the Test and the three-match Test series (2-0), Babar responded to questions around the controversial interview that has gripped Pakistan cricket. When asked about reports of the travelling side deciding against taking the field post-lunch on day one, Babar said, ‘No, no, no...I haven’t heard that thing.” WATCH VIDEO -

Babar Azam breaks his silence on reports of the PCB's alleged Lord's Test boycott following Sky Sports' interview with Imran Khan’s sons. Read his response.

'No, no, no': Babar Azam dismisses alleged PCB walkout over Imran Khan interview | WATCH

Vaibhav Sooryavanshi has added another record to his growing list of achievements by becoming the youngest batter to score a half-century in Duleep Trophy history. The 15-year-old achieved the feat while playing for East Zone against Central Zone in the Duleep Trophy 2026 semi-final in Bengaluru. He reached his fifty from just 42 balls, completing the milestone with a six.&nbsp;Sooryavanshi went on to score a brilliant 92 off 81 balls, missing out on a century by just eight runs. His aggressive batting came at an important stage of the match and helped East Zone strengthen their position.&nbsp;At 15 years and 175 days, Sooryavanshi broke a record that had remained untouched for 57 years. Laxman Singh previously held the record after scoring a Duleep Trophy fifty at the age of 16 years and 23 days in 1969.&nbsp;Sooryavanshi has also moved ahead of Piyush Chawla, who was 16 years and 307 days old when he scored a half-century in the Duleep Trophy in 2025.<h3>Youngest batters to score a Duleep Trophy fifty</h3><ul><li>Vaibhav Sooryavanshi - 15 years, 175 days</li><li>Laxman Singh (1969) - 16 years, 23 days</li><li>Piyush Chawla (2025) - 16 years, 307 days</li></ul>Sooryavanshi’s record-breaking knock came a day after he found himself in an unexpected leadership role.&nbsp;On Day 1, East Zone captain Ishan Kishan was forced to leave the field during the morning session after being hit on his right wrist. Sooryavanshi then took over as the stand-in captain for around an hour before and after lunch, with Kishan later returning to lead the side.&nbsp;During his short stint as captain, Sooryavanshi also made an important DRS call. In the 40th over, Central Zone opener and wicketkeeper Aryan Juyal was batting on 46 when he edged a delivery from Mukesh Kumar outside the off stump. East Zone appealed for a catch behind the wicket, but the umpire did not give him out.&nbsp;Also Read - <a href="https://www.wionews.com/sports/us-open-2026-mariano-navone-stuns-novak-djokovic-in-first-round-1788156773990">US Open 2026: Mariano Navone stuns Novak Djokovic in first round</a>&nbsp;Sooryavanshi decided to review the decision and an UltraEdge showed a small spike as the ball passed the bat, confirming the edge and giving East Zone a key wicket.&nbsp;For Sooryavanshi, the match has already become a memorable one. After briefly leading East Zone on the opening day, he produced another major achievement by becoming the youngest player to score a Duleep Trophy fifty.&nbsp;Also Read - <a href="https://www.wionews.com/sports/batting-was-not-up-to-the-mark-babar-azam-on-pakistan-s-test-loss-to-england-1788146150876">'Batting was not up to the mark': Babar Azam on Pakistan’s Test loss to England</a>&nbsp;He reached the landmark in 42 balls and finished with 92 from 81 deliveries. The only disappointment for the teenager was missing out on another century by just eight runs.

Vaibhav Sooryavanshi scored 92 for East Zone against Central Zone after becoming the youngest player to hit a Duleep Trophy half-century.

Vaibhav Sooryavanshi has added another record to his growing list of achievements by becoming the youngest batter to score a half-century in Duleep Trophy history. The 15-year-old achieved the feat while playing for East Zone against Central Zone in the Duleep Trophy 2026 semi-final in Bengaluru. He reached his fifty from just 42 balls, completing the milestone with a six. Sooryavanshi went on to score a brilliant 92 off 81 balls, missing out on a century by just eight runs. His aggressive batting came at an important stage of the match and helped East Zone strengthen their position. At 15 years and 175 days, Sooryavanshi broke a record that had remained untouched for 57 years. Laxman Singh previously held the record after scoring a Duleep Trophy fifty at the age of 16 years and 23 days in 1969. Sooryavanshi has also moved ahead of Piyush Chawla, who was 16 years and 307 days old when he scored a half-century in the Duleep Trophy in 2025. Youngest batters to score a Duleep Trophy fifty Vaibhav Sooryavanshi - 15 years, 175 days Laxman Singh (1969) - 16 years, 23 days Piyush Chawla (2025) - 16 years, 307 days Sooryavanshi’s record-breaking knock came a day after he found himself in an unexpected leadership role. On Day 1, East Zone captain Ishan Kishan was forced to leave the field during the morning session after being hit on his right wrist. Sooryavanshi then took over as the stand-in captain for around an hour before and after lunch, with Kishan later returning to lead the side. During his short stint as captain, Sooryavanshi also made an important DRS call. In the 40th over, Central Zone opener and wicketkeeper Aryan Juyal was batting on 46 when he edged a delivery from Mukesh Kumar outside the off stump. East Zone appealed for a catch behind the wicket, but the umpire did not give him out. Also Read - US Open 2026: Mariano Navone stuns Novak Djokovic in first round Sooryavanshi decided to review the decision and an UltraEdge showed a small spike as the ball passed the bat, confirming the edge and giving East Zone a key wicket. For Sooryavanshi, the match has already become a memorable one. After briefly leading East Zone on the opening day, he produced another major achievement by becoming the youngest player to score a Duleep Trophy fifty. Also Read - 'Batting was not up to the mark': Babar Azam on Pakistan’s Test loss to England He reached the landmark in 42 balls and finished with 92 from 81 deliveries. The only disappointment for the teenager was missing out on another century by just eight runs.

Vaibhav Sooryavanshi scored 92 for East Zone against Central Zone after becoming the youngest player to hit a Duleep Trophy half-century.

Duleep Trophy: Vaibhav Sooryavanshi scripts history, becomes youngest batter to achieve THIS milestone

In her 150th T20I for India, star all-rounder Deepti Sharma produced a brilliant spell of three wickets without conceding a run in 1.1 overs to help Harmanpreet Kaur’s side beat Thailand by 94 runs in their Women’s Asia Cup 2026 Group A match at the Dubai International Cricket Stadium on Sunday (Aug 30).&nbsp;Deepti made an immediate impact, dismissing Naomi Hamilton lbw with the first ball of the ninth over during Thailand’s chase of 160.&nbsp;She struck again two balls later, removing Nannaphat Chaihan. Nandani Sharma took the catch as Chaihan was dismissed for a two-ball duck.&nbsp;Deepti returned to bowl the 17th over and completed her three-wicket haul by dismissing Thailand captain Nannapat Koncharoenkai with the first delivery.&nbsp;Nannapat was caught by Richa Ghosh after scoring 41 runs off 48 balls while batting at No. 3. She was the only Thailand batter to reach double figures.&nbsp;The three wickets took Deepti’s total to 171 wickets in 150 T20Is for India. She moved ahead of Thailand spinner Thipatcha Putthawong, who has 170 wickets from 109 T20Is.&nbsp;Also Read - <a href="https://www.wionews.com/sports/batting-was-not-up-to-the-mark-babar-azam-on-pakistan-s-test-loss-to-england-1788146150876">'Batting was not up to the mark': Babar Azam on Pakistan’s Test loss to England</a>&nbsp;Putthawong took one wicket for 37 runs in her four overs against India earlier on Sunday.&nbsp;Deepti needed at least two wickets in the match to overtake her and she achieved the milestone.&nbsp;Also Read - <a href="https://www.wionews.com/sports/updated-wtc-2025-27-points-table-after-england-beat-pakistan-by-194-runs-1788144443710">Updated WTC 2025-27 points table after England beat Pakistan by 194 runs</a>&nbsp;However, Putthawong will have a chance to return to the top when Thailand play Pakistan in their third Group A match. Deepti, on the other hand, can increase her lead when India face Hong Kong China on Sept 3 and Pakistan on Sept 5.<h3>Most wickets in Women’s T20Is</h3>

<figure class="table"><table><thead><tr><th>Player</th><th>Country</th><th>Time span</th><th>M</th><th>W</th><th>Best Figures</th><th>5W</th></tr></thead><tbody><tr><td>Deepti Sharma</td><td>India</td><td>2016-2026</td><td>150</td><td>171</td><td>5/10</td><td>2</td></tr><tr><td>Thipatcha Putthawong</td><td>Thailand</td><td>2019-2026</td><td>109</td><td>170</td><td>5/3</td><td>3</td></tr><tr><td>Henriette Ishimwe</td><td>Rwanda</td><td>2019-2026</td><td>134</td><td>164</td><td>5/6</td><td>2</td></tr><tr><td>Sophie Ecclestone</td><td>England</td><td>2016-2026</td><td>113</td><td>154</td><td>4/18</td><td>0</td></tr><tr><td>Kary Chan</td><td>Hong Kong</td><td>2019-2026</td><td>115</td><td>153</td><td>5/4</td><td>4</td></tr></tbody></table></figure>

Deepti Sharma overtook Putthawong to claim the top spot among the highest wicket-takers in women’s T20I cricket.

In her 150th T20I for India, star all-rounder Deepti Sharma produced a brilliant spell of three wickets without conceding a run in 1.1 overs to help Harmanpreet Kaur’s side beat Thailand by 94 runs in their Women’s Asia Cup 2026 Group A match at the Dubai International Cricket Stadium on Sunday (Aug 30). Deepti made an immediate impact, dismissing Naomi Hamilton lbw with the first ball of the ninth over during Thailand’s chase of 160. She struck again two balls later, removing Nannaphat Chaihan. Nandani Sharma took the catch as Chaihan was dismissed for a two-ball duck. Deepti returned to bowl the 17th over and completed her three-wicket haul by dismissing Thailand captain Nannapat Koncharoenkai with the first delivery. Nannapat was caught by Richa Ghosh after scoring 41 runs off 48 balls while batting at No. 3. She was the only Thailand batter to reach double figures. The three wickets took Deepti’s total to 171 wickets in 150 T20Is for India. She moved ahead of Thailand spinner Thipatcha Putthawong, who has 170 wickets from 109 T20Is. Also Read - 'Batting was not up to the mark': Babar Azam on Pakistan’s Test loss to England Putthawong took one wicket for 37 runs in her four overs against India earlier on Sunday. Deepti needed at least two wickets in the match to overtake her and she achieved the milestone. Also Read - Updated WTC 2025-27 points table after England beat Pakistan by 194 runs However, Putthawong will have a chance to return to the top when Thailand play Pakistan in their third Group A match. Deepti, on the other hand, can increase her lead when India face Hong Kong China on Sept 3 and Pakistan on Sept 5. Most wickets in Women’s T20Is

Deepti Sharma overtook Putthawong to claim the top spot among the highest wicket-takers in women’s T20I cricket.

Deepti Sharma becomes all-time leading wicket-taker in Women’s T20Is

Pakistan captain Babar Azam admitted that poor batting was the main reason for their 194-run defeat to England in the second Test at Lord’s, while praising Saud Shakeel and Mohammed Abbas for their individual performances. After the defeat, Babar explained that Pakistan decided to bowl first after winning the toss in an attempt to take advantage of the conditions, however, their batters failed to make the most of their chances in both innings.&nbsp;“I think we won the toss and bowled first, and we tried to utilise the conditions. Then, the batting was not up to the mark. Second innings again, bowling…Abbas was outstanding. Batting again collapsed,” Babar said during the post-match presentation.&nbsp;The Pakistan skipper also praised Saud Shakeel for his determined effort during the run chase. He said the batter showed “class and determination” while attempting to build a partnership.&nbsp;“I think Saud showed class and determination. We just followed our plans and tried to build a partnership, but unfortunately we didn’t have partnerships,” he added.&nbsp;Also Read - <a href="https://www.wionews.com/sports/updated-wtc-2025-27-points-table-after-england-beat-pakistan-by-194-runs-1788144443710">Updated WTC 2025-27 points table after England beat Pakistan by 194 runs</a>&nbsp;Babar also highlighted Mohammed Abbas’ five-wicket haul in the second innings and described it as a special achievement at the historic Lord’s venue.&nbsp;“I think a Lord’s five-for is a memorable moment for Abbas. To be honest, we’re trying to do our best with both batting and bowling,” Babar said.&nbsp;In the match, England’s bowlers Ollie Robinson, Josh Tongue and Jofra Archer broke down Pakistan’s batting order as the visitors were dismissed for 194 while chasing 389. Robinson was the star performer, finishing with match figures of 8/35 and winning the Player of the Match award.&nbsp;Also Read - <a href="https://www.wionews.com/sports/women-s-asia-cup-2026-shafali-deepti-shine-as-india-beat-thailand-by-94-runs-1788113292432">Women’s Asia Cup 2026: Shafali, Deepti shine as India beat Thailand by 94 runs</a>&nbsp;Earlier, England recovered after Pakistan reduced them to 77/4 in the first innings. Jordan Cox scored 55 and Jamie Smith made 61 to steady the innings.&nbsp;&nbsp;Gus Atkinson contributed 45, while Josh Tongue remained unbeaten on 30 as England reached 290.&nbsp;For Pakistan, Mohammed Abbas took 4/73 and Mohammed Ali returned figures of 3/86. However, Pakistan’s batting struggled badly and they were bowled out for just 110.&nbsp;Robinson took four wickets, while Archer and Tongue claimed three and two wickets respectively, giving England a first-innings lead of 180 runs.&nbsp;England then scored 208 in their second innings to set Pakistan a target of 389. Dan Lawrence top-scored with 54, while Abbas took five wickets for the visitors.&nbsp;Pakistan lost early wickets during the chase before Shan Masood and Saud Shakeel put together a 97-run partnership to give their team hope. Shakeel fought hard for his 97, but England’s bowlers continued to dominate and dismissed Pakistan for 194.&nbsp;&nbsp;With inputs from agencies

Babar Azam pointed to Pakistan’s batting failure as the key reason behind their 194-run defeat to England at Lord’s.

Pakistan captain Babar Azam admitted that poor batting was the main reason for their 194-run defeat to England in the second Test at Lord’s, while praising Saud Shakeel and Mohammed Abbas for their individual performances. After the defeat, Babar explained that Pakistan decided to bowl first after winning the toss in an attempt to take advantage of the conditions, however, their batters failed to make the most of their chances in both innings. “I think we won the toss and bowled first, and we tried to utilise the conditions. Then, the batting was not up to the mark. Second innings again, bowling…Abbas was outstanding. Batting again collapsed,” Babar said during the post-match presentation. The Pakistan skipper also praised Saud Shakeel for his determined effort during the run chase. He said the batter showed “class and determination” while attempting to build a partnership. “I think Saud showed class and determination. We just followed our plans and tried to build a partnership, but unfortunately we didn’t have partnerships,” he added. Also Read - Updated WTC 2025-27 points table after England beat Pakistan by 194 runs Babar also highlighted Mohammed Abbas’ five-wicket haul in the second innings and described it as a special achievement at the historic Lord’s venue. “I think a Lord’s five-for is a memorable moment for Abbas. To be honest, we’re trying to do our best with both batting and bowling,” Babar said. In the match, England’s bowlers Ollie Robinson, Josh Tongue and Jofra Archer broke down Pakistan’s batting order as the visitors were dismissed for 194 while chasing 389. Robinson was the star performer, finishing with match figures of 8/35 and winning the Player of the Match award. Also Read - Women’s Asia Cup 2026: Shafali, Deepti shine as India beat Thailand by 94 runs Earlier, England recovered after Pakistan reduced them to 77/4 in the first innings. Jordan Cox scored 55 and Jamie Smith made 61 to steady the innings. Gus Atkinson contributed 45, while Josh Tongue remained unbeaten on 30 as England reached 290. For Pakistan, Mohammed Abbas took 4/73 and Mohammed Ali returned figures of 3/86. However, Pakistan’s batting struggled badly and they were bowled out for just 110. Robinson took four wickets, while Archer and Tongue claimed three and two wickets respectively, giving England a first-innings lead of 180 runs. England then scored 208 in their second innings to set Pakistan a target of 389. Dan Lawrence top-scored with 54, while Abbas took five wickets for the visitors. Pakistan lost early wickets during the chase before Shan Masood and Saud Shakeel put together a 97-run partnership to give their team hope. Shakeel fought hard for his 97, but England’s bowlers continued to dominate and dismissed Pakistan for 194. With inputs from agencies

Babar Azam pointed to Pakistan’s batting failure as the key reason behind their 194-run defeat to England at Lord’s.

'Batting was not up to the mark': Babar Azam on Pakistan’s Test loss to England

England defeated Pakistan by 194 runs on Sunday (Aug 30) to take an unassailable 2-0 lead in the three-match Test series. Pakistan, chasing 389 for victory, were bowled out for 194 in 50.5 overs. Saud Shakeel was Pakistan’s top scorer with 97 runs, but his fighting knock could not prevent the visitors from suffering another heavy defeat.&nbsp;Ollie Robinson was the pick of the England bowlers, taking four wickets, while Josh Tongue claimed three. Jofra Archer also picked up two wickets for 73 runs in his 15 overs.&nbsp;The victory, England’s second in a row in the series, has taken their WTC 2025-27 tally to 62 points and improved their points percentage (PCT) to 34.44. As a result, England have moved up one spot to sixth in the WTC 2025-27 points table.&nbsp;Pakistan continue to occupy the bottom position with a PCT of 16.67. They have collected only 16 points from eight matches in the current WTC cycle.&nbsp;Australia remain at the top of the WTC 2025-27 standings with 96 points and a PCT of 80.00. South Africa, the reigning WTC champions, are in second place after winning three of their four matches in the current cycle.&nbsp;South Africa will next host Australia in a three-match Test series in Oct 2026. They will then take on England in another three-match series, scheduled from Dec 2026 to Jan 2027.&nbsp;Also Read - <a href="https://www.wionews.com/sports/smriti-mandhana-overtakes-suzie-bates-to-become-second-highest-run-scorer-in-women-s-cricket-1788104245885">Mandhana overtakes Bates to become 2nd-highest run-scorer in women’s cricket</a>&nbsp;India are currently fourth in the WTC standings, just ahead of England, with a PCT of 51.52. The 2021 and 2023 WTC runners-up have won five of their 11 matches in the ongoing cycle. India’s last Test series saw them beat Sri Lanka 1-0 in Aug 2026.&nbsp;India’s next Test assignment will be against New Zealand in a two-match series later this year. The opening Test is scheduled to start on Nov 19 in Wellington.&nbsp;Also Read - <a href="https://www.wionews.com/sports/imran-khan-s-imprisonment-pcb-warns-pakistan-players-against-public-comments-1788100232353">Imran Khan’s imprisonment: PCB warns Pakistan players against public comments</a>&nbsp;New Zealand are third in the WTC 2025-27 points table with a PCT of 72.22. They have won four of their six matches so far in the current cycle.&nbsp;<h3>World Test Championship 2025-27 points table after England vs Pakistan 2nd Test&nbsp;</h3>

<figure class="table"><table><tbody><tr><td>Position</td><td>Team</td><td>M</td><td>W</td><td>L</td><td>Draws</td><td>Penalty</td><td>Pts</td><td>PCT%</td></tr><tr><td>1.</td><td>Australia</td><td>10</td><td>8</td><td>2</td><td>0</td><td>0</td><td>96</td><td>80.00</td></tr><tr><td>2.</td><td>South Africa</td><td>4</td><td>3</td><td>1</td><td>0</td><td>0</td><td>36</td><td>75.00</td></tr><tr><td>3.</td><td>New Zealand</td><td>6</td><td>4</td><td>1</td><td>1</td><td>0</td><td>52</td><td>72.22</td></tr><tr><td>4.</td><td>Bangladesh</td><td>6</td><td>3</td><td>2</td><td>1</td><td>0</td><td>40</td><td>55.56</td></tr><tr><td>5.</td><td>India</td><td>11</td><td>5</td><td>4</td><td>2</td><td>0</td><td>68</td><td>51.52</td></tr><tr><td>6.</td><td>England</td><td>15</td><td>6</td><td>8</td><td>1</td><td>14</td><td>62</td><td>34.44</td></tr><tr><td>7.</td><td>Sri Lanka</td><td>6</td><td>1</td><td>2</td><td>3</td><td>0</td><td>24</td><td>33.33</td></tr><tr><td>8.</td><td>West Indies</td><td>12</td><td>2</td><td>8</td><td>2</td><td>0</td><td>30</td><td>20.83</td></tr><tr><td>9.</td><td>Pakistan</td><td>8</td><td>2</td><td>6</td><td>0</td><td>8</td><td>16</td><td>16.67</td></tr></tbody></table></figure>

Ollie Robinson once again led England’s charge as they defeated Pakistan by 194 runs at Lord’s to seal the Test series.

England defeated Pakistan by 194 runs on Sunday (Aug 30) to take an unassailable 2-0 lead in the three-match Test series. Pakistan, chasing 389 for victory, were bowled out for 194 in 50.5 overs. Saud Shakeel was Pakistan’s top scorer with 97 runs, but his fighting knock could not prevent the visitors from suffering another heavy defeat. Ollie Robinson was the pick of the England bowlers, taking four wickets, while Josh Tongue claimed three. Jofra Archer also picked up two wickets for 73 runs in his 15 overs. The victory, England’s second in a row in the series, has taken their WTC 2025-27 tally to 62 points and improved their points percentage (PCT) to 34.44. As a result, England have moved up one spot to sixth in the WTC 2025-27 points table. Pakistan continue to occupy the bottom position with a PCT of 16.67. They have collected only 16 points from eight matches in the current WTC cycle. Australia remain at the top of the WTC 2025-27 standings with 96 points and a PCT of 80.00. South Africa, the reigning WTC champions, are in second place after winning three of their four matches in the current cycle. South Africa will next host Australia in a three-match Test series in Oct 2026. They will then take on England in another three-match series, scheduled from Dec 2026 to Jan 2027. Also Read - Mandhana overtakes Bates to become 2nd-highest run-scorer in women’s cricket India are currently fourth in the WTC standings, just ahead of England, with a PCT of 51.52. The 2021 and 2023 WTC runners-up have won five of their 11 matches in the ongoing cycle. India’s last Test series saw them beat Sri Lanka 1-0 in Aug 2026. India’s next Test assignment will be against New Zealand in a two-match series later this year. The opening Test is scheduled to start on Nov 19 in Wellington. Also Read - Imran Khan’s imprisonment: PCB warns Pakistan players against public comments New Zealand are third in the WTC 2025-27 points table with a PCT of 72.22. They have won four of their six matches so far in the current cycle. World Test Championship 2025-27 points table after England vs Pakistan 2nd Test

Ollie Robinson once again led England’s charge as they defeated Pakistan by 194 runs at Lord’s to seal the Test series.

Updated WTC 2025-27 points table after England beat Pakistan by 194 runs

India opened their Women’s Asia Cup 2026 campaign in style, beating Thailand by 94 runs at the Dubai International Stadium on Sunday (Aug 30). Shafali Verma scored her 19th T20I half-century, while the Indian bowlers, led by Deepti Sharma, then completed a comfortable victory. Thailand, chasing 160, were bowled out for only 65 in 16.1 overs. Nannapat Koncharoenkai was their top scorer, fighting alone with a 48-ball 41.&nbsp;Deepti was the standout bowler for India. Playing her 150th T20I, the Agra-born all-rounder produced a double-wicket maiden in the ninth over, dismissing Naomi Hamilton and Nannaphat Chaihan and later finished with outstanding figures of 3/0 from 1.1 overs.&nbsp;Nandni Sharma also impressed with 3/18, while N. Shree Charani took 2/10 in three overs. Kranti Gaud picked up one wicket for 26 runs.&nbsp;Thailand, however, managed to put India under some pressure during the first innings.&nbsp;After being asked to bat first, India made a quick start through Smriti Mandhana and Shafali Verma. Their partnership ended when Mandhana was run out after a direct hit.&nbsp;Also Read - <a href="https://www.wionews.com/sports/smriti-mandhana-overtakes-suzie-bates-to-become-second-highest-run-scorer-in-women-s-cricket-1788104245885">Smriti Mandhana overtakes Suzie Bates to become second-highest run-scorer in women’s cricket</a>&nbsp;Debutant Pratika Rawal then scored a useful 22 off 18 balls and added 53 runs with Shafali for the second wicket. India reached 108/3 in 11.3 overs after captain Harmanpreet Kaur was dismissed for five.&nbsp;India then suffered a sudden collapse, losing six wickets for just 29 runs. Thailand leg-spinner Suleeporn Laomi played a key role, dismissing Shafali and Richa Ghosh off successive balls in the 13th over.&nbsp;&nbsp;Also Read - <a href="https://www.wionews.com/sports/imran-khan-s-imprisonment-pcb-warns-pakistan-players-against-public-comments-1788100232353">Imran Khan’s imprisonment: PCB warns Pakistan players against public comments</a>&nbsp;Chanida Sutthiruang also kept India’s scoring in check with an economical spell of 1/14 in three overs.&nbsp;Kranti Gaud’s unbeaten 15 off just eight balls provided India with a late boost. Her quick innings helped India move past 150 and finish with a total that Thailand ultimately could not chase down.

Shafali Verma and Deepti Sharma powered India to a 94-run win over Thailand in their Women’s Asia Cup 2026 opener.

India opened their Women’s Asia Cup 2026 campaign in style, beating Thailand by 94 runs at the Dubai International Stadium on Sunday (Aug 30). Shafali Verma scored her 19th T20I half-century, while the Indian bowlers, led by Deepti Sharma, then completed a comfortable victory. Thailand, chasing 160, were bowled out for only 65 in 16.1 overs. Nannapat Koncharoenkai was their top scorer, fighting alone with a 48-ball 41. Deepti was the standout bowler for India. Playing her 150th T20I, the Agra-born all-rounder produced a double-wicket maiden in the ninth over, dismissing Naomi Hamilton and Nannaphat Chaihan and later finished with outstanding figures of 3/0 from 1.1 overs. Nandni Sharma also impressed with 3/18, while N. Shree Charani took 2/10 in three overs. Kranti Gaud picked up one wicket for 26 runs. Thailand, however, managed to put India under some pressure during the first innings. After being asked to bat first, India made a quick start through Smriti Mandhana and Shafali Verma. Their partnership ended when Mandhana was run out after a direct hit. Also Read - Smriti Mandhana overtakes Suzie Bates to become second-highest run-scorer in women’s cricket Debutant Pratika Rawal then scored a useful 22 off 18 balls and added 53 runs with Shafali for the second wicket. India reached 108/3 in 11.3 overs after captain Harmanpreet Kaur was dismissed for five. India then suffered a sudden collapse, losing six wickets for just 29 runs. Thailand leg-spinner Suleeporn Laomi played a key role, dismissing Shafali and Richa Ghosh off successive balls in the 13th over. Also Read - Imran Khan’s imprisonment: PCB warns Pakistan players against public comments Chanida Sutthiruang also kept India’s scoring in check with an economical spell of 1/14 in three overs. Kranti Gaud’s unbeaten 15 off just eight balls provided India with a late boost. Her quick innings helped India move past 150 and finish with a total that Thailand ultimately could not chase down.

Shafali Verma and Deepti Sharma powered India to a 94-run win over Thailand in their Women’s Asia Cup 2026 opener.

Women’s Asia Cup 2026: Shafali, Deepti shine as India beat Thailand by 94 runs

Smriti Mandhana moved to second place on the list of women’s international cricket’s highest run-scorers after surpassing New Zealand star Suzie Bates during India’s Women’s Asia Cup 2026 Group A match against Thailand at the Dubai International Cricket Stadium on Sunday (Aug 30). Mandhana scored 19 runs from 10 balls before she was run out on the final delivery of the third over. She has now scored 10,856 runs in women’s international cricket.&nbsp;Mandhana needed just four runs to overtake Bates. She got off the mark by hitting Thailand spinner Phannita Maya for a boundary on the second ball of India’s innings.Only former India captain Mithali Raj is ahead of Mandhana on the overall list.&nbsp;Mithali ended her international career with 10,868 runs, including 699 in Tests, 7,805 in ODIs and 2,364 in T20Is. While, Mandhana has scored 788 runs in Tests, 5,411 in ODIs and 4,657 in T20Is.&nbsp;Mandhana, India’s highest run-scorer in women’s T20Is, is now only 113 runs away from breaking Mithali’s record and becoming the highest run-scorer in women’s international cricket.&nbsp;Also Read - <a href="https://www.wionews.com/sports/auqib-nabi-joins-surrey-for-county-stint-ahead-of-new-zealand-tour-1788095737661">Auqib Nabi joins Surrey for county stint ahead of New Zealand tour</a><h3>Mandhana’s performance against Thailand</h3>Mandhana started well against Thailand in the Women’s Asia Cup 2026 match. She hit four boundaries before her innings came to an end.&nbsp;She was run out while trying to complete a second run from the final delivery of the third over. Before her dismissal, Mandhana and Shafali Verma had added 38 runs for the opening wicket in just three overs.&nbsp;Also Read - <a href="https://www.wionews.com/sports/imran-khan-s-imprisonment-pcb-warns-pakistan-players-against-public-comments-1788100232353">Imran Khan’s imprisonment: PCB warns Pakistan players against public comments</a>&nbsp;India reached 101/2 after 10 overs, with Shafali Verma unbeaten on 59 from 29 balls. The Rohtak-born batter had already hit eight fours and three sixes.&nbsp;Shafali also shared a 53-run partnership with debutant Pratika Rawal for the second wicket.&nbsp;&nbsp;Rawal, who was playing her first T20I for India on Sunday, scored 22 runs from 18 deliveries at No. 3. She hit two fours and one six before Thailand bowler Suleeporn Laomi dismissed her by breaking through her defence on the final ball of the ninth over.

Mandhana needed four runs on Sunday to surpass Suzie Bates’ tally and reached the milestone by hitting Thailand spinner Phannita Maya for a boundary off the second ball of India’s innings.

Smriti Mandhana moved to second place on the list of women’s international cricket’s highest run-scorers after surpassing New Zealand star Suzie Bates during India’s Women’s Asia Cup 2026 Group A match against Thailand at the Dubai International Cricket Stadium on Sunday (Aug 30). Mandhana scored 19 runs from 10 balls before she was run out on the final delivery of the third over. She has now scored 10,856 runs in women’s international cricket. Mandhana needed just four runs to overtake Bates. She got off the mark by hitting Thailand spinner Phannita Maya for a boundary on the second ball of India’s innings. Only former India captain Mithali Raj is ahead of Mandhana on the overall list. Mithali ended her international career with 10,868 runs, including 699 in Tests, 7,805 in ODIs and 2,364 in T20Is. While, Mandhana has scored 788 runs in Tests, 5,411 in ODIs and 4,657 in T20Is. Mandhana, India’s highest run-scorer in women’s T20Is, is now only 113 runs away from breaking Mithali’s record and becoming the highest run-scorer in women’s international cricket. Also Read - Auqib Nabi joins Surrey for county stint ahead of New Zealand tour Mandhana’s performance against Thailand Mandhana started well against Thailand in the Women’s Asia Cup 2026 match. She hit four boundaries before her innings came to an end. She was run out while trying to complete a second run from the final delivery of the third over. Before her dismissal, Mandhana and Shafali Verma had added 38 runs for the opening wicket in just three overs. Also Read - Imran Khan’s imprisonment: PCB warns Pakistan players against public comments India reached 101/2 after 10 overs, with Shafali Verma unbeaten on 59 from 29 balls. The Rohtak-born batter had already hit eight fours and three sixes. Shafali also shared a 53-run partnership with debutant Pratika Rawal for the second wicket. Rawal, who was playing her first T20I for India on Sunday, scored 22 runs from 18 deliveries at No. 3. She hit two fours and one six before Thailand bowler Suleeporn Laomi dismissed her by breaking through her defence on the final ball of the ninth over.

Mandhana needed four runs on Sunday to surpass Suzie Bates’ tally and reached the milestone by hitting Thailand spinner Phannita Maya for a boundary off the second ball of India’s innings.

Smriti Mandhana overtakes Suzie Bates to become second-highest run-scorer in women’s cricket

The Pakistan Cricket Board (PCB) has asked its players taking part in the ongoing Test series against England to avoid making comments about the imprisonment of former Pakistan captain Imran Khan. The advice came after British media outlets attempted to get Pakistan players to speak about Imran’s situation.&nbsp;The matter gained attention after Sky Sports aired an interview with Imran’s sons, Kassim and Suleman, during the lunch break on the second day of the second Test at Lord’s.&nbsp;Pakistan head coach Sarfaraz Ahmed was asked whether the players had watched the interview conducted by Mike Atherton.&nbsp;Sarfaraz said the players were having lunch and were not aware of the interview.&nbsp;“No we don’t know anything about it, we were having lunch,” Sarfaraz said when asked about reports that the PCB had threatened not to send the team onto the field after lunch if Sky Sports broadcast the interview.&nbsp;Also Read - <a href="https://www.wionews.com/sports/auqib-nabi-joins-surrey-for-county-stint-ahead-of-new-zealand-tour-1788095737661">Auqib Nabi joins Surrey for county stint ahead of New Zealand tour</a>&nbsp;The development comes as international voices have grown louder over Imran’s health, with several former cricketers calling for better medical care for the former Pakistan captain, who is being held at Adiala Jail.&nbsp;Javed Miandad, Imran’s former teammate and captain, also made an emotional appeal for his release and described him as a very honest person.&nbsp;Also Read - <a href="https://www.wionews.com/sports/wion-exclusive-we-didn-t-think-we-were-young-says-19-year-old-sakshi-rana-on-her-world-cup-breakthrough-hil-and-india-s-next-generation-1788097091250">18 and fearless: Sakshi Rana on her WC debut and India’s fifth-place finish</a>&nbsp;A PCB source said the board was unhappy with the Sky Sports interview as it considered the discussion political. However, the board chose not to take the matter further because of a reception for the Pakistan team with Prince Charles on Sept 2 and the diplomatic ties between Pakistan and the UK.&nbsp;Pakistan lost the opening Test by an innings and 103 runs. The third and final Test will begin in Birmingham on Sept 9.&nbsp;The 73-year-old Imran has been in Adiala Jail in Rawalpindi since 2023 after being convicted in corruption cases.&nbsp;His continued detention and reports about his health have drawn criticism from his family and several former international cricketers.

The Pakistan Cricket Board (PCB) has advised players to stay away from political matters during the ongoing Test series against England and refrain from commenting on the imprisonment of former captain and 1992 World Cup-winning skipper Imran Khan.

The Pakistan Cricket Board (PCB) has asked its players taking part in the ongoing Test series against England to avoid making comments about the imprisonment of former Pakistan captain Imran Khan. The advice came after British media outlets attempted to get Pakistan players to speak about Imran’s situation. The matter gained attention after Sky Sports aired an interview with Imran’s sons, Kassim and Suleman, during the lunch break on the second day of the second Test at Lord’s. Pakistan head coach Sarfaraz Ahmed was asked whether the players had watched the interview conducted by Mike Atherton. Sarfaraz said the players were having lunch and were not aware of the interview. “No we don’t know anything about it, we were having lunch,” Sarfaraz said when asked about reports that the PCB had threatened not to send the team onto the field after lunch if Sky Sports broadcast the interview. Also Read - Auqib Nabi joins Surrey for county stint ahead of New Zealand tour The development comes as international voices have grown louder over Imran’s health, with several former cricketers calling for better medical care for the former Pakistan captain, who is being held at Adiala Jail. Javed Miandad, Imran’s former teammate and captain, also made an emotional appeal for his release and described him as a very honest person. Also Read - 18 and fearless: Sakshi Rana on her WC debut and India’s fifth-place finish A PCB source said the board was unhappy with the Sky Sports interview as it considered the discussion political. However, the board chose not to take the matter further because of a reception for the Pakistan team with Prince Charles on Sept 2 and the diplomatic ties between Pakistan and the UK. Pakistan lost the opening Test by an innings and 103 runs. The third and final Test will begin in Birmingham on Sept 9. The 73-year-old Imran has been in Adiala Jail in Rawalpindi since 2023 after being convicted in corruption cases. His continued detention and reports about his health have drawn criticism from his family and several former international cricketers.

The Pakistan Cricket Board (PCB) has advised players to stay away from political matters during the ongoing Test series against England and refrain from commenting on the imprisonment of former captain and 1992 World Cup-winning skipper Imran Khan.

Imran Khan’s imprisonment: PCB warns Pakistan players against public comments

Jammu and Kashmir pacer Auqib Nabi is set to join Surrey for their Division One County Championship matches from next week, with the stint expected to help him prepare for India’s two-Test tour of New Zealand in November. He was called up as a replacement for Jasprit Bumrah for India’s two Tests against Sri Lanka but did not get an opportunity to play, with India choosing Prasidh Krishna and Mohammed Siraj ahead of him.&nbsp;Nabi completed all the required work visa formalities on Saturday and took the first available flight to England. He is expected to make his Surrey debut against Yorkshire at The Oval on Wednesday.&nbsp;The 29-year-old is likely to return to India in time for India A’s four-day matches against Australia A, which begin on Sept 22.&nbsp;Meanwhile, the J&amp;K selectors will need to coordinate with the national selectors before finalising their squad for the Irani Cup. The tournament will be held in Srinagar from Oct 1 to 5, with the Ranji Trophy champions taking on the Rest of India.&nbsp;The second India A vs Australia A match will overlap with the Irani Cup, meaning the selectors will have to manage the squads carefully. Nabi could be involved in one of these teams.&nbsp;With India’s two Tests against New Zealand scheduled during the early summer in New Zealand, the Team India management believes Nabi can benefit from playing in England, where the conditions are expected to be similar.&nbsp;Also Read - <a href="https://www.wionews.com/sports/imam-ul-haq-calf-injury-lords-test-pakistan-vs-england-1788079652004">ENG vs PAK 2nd Test: Imam-ul-Haq unlikely to bat in second innings at Lord’s</a>&nbsp;Nabi was one of the key players in Jammu and Kashmir’s historic maiden Ranji Trophy title win. He was also part of the India A squad that recently toured Sri Lanka, where he took six wickets in two first-class matches.&nbsp;Also Read - <a href="https://www.wionews.com/sports/emiliano-martinez-joins-chelsea-from-aston-villa-1788088361404">Emiliano Martinez joins Chelsea from Aston Villa</a>&nbsp;During the 2025-26 Ranji Trophy season, Nabi claimed 60 wickets in 10 matches and 17 innings at an average of 12.56. He also took seven five-wicket hauls and finished as the tournament’s leading wicket-taker, playing a major role in J&amp;K’s first domestic title.&nbsp;Following his impressive domestic season, Nabi was bought by Delhi Capitals for INR 8.4 crore at the 2026 IPL auction. However, he played only five matches and did not take a wicket, while conceding runs at an economy rate of 11.46.&nbsp;Surrey has also had several Indian players in its squad in recent years. Sai Sudharsan had short spells with the club in 2023 and 2024, while Rajasthan batter Mahipal Lomror joined Surrey for six matches earlier this month. Indian spinner Rahul Chahar is also contracted to the club.&nbsp;&nbsp;With inputs from agencies

Jammu and Kashmir seamer Auqib Nabi has signed for Surrey for a three-match County Championship stint ahead of India’s New Zealand tour, giving him valuable exposure to English conditions as the BCCI continues to develop his red-ball career.

Jammu and Kashmir pacer Auqib Nabi is set to join Surrey for their Division One County Championship matches from next week, with the stint expected to help him prepare for India’s two-Test tour of New Zealand in November. He was called up as a replacement for Jasprit Bumrah for India’s two Tests against Sri Lanka but did not get an opportunity to play, with India choosing Prasidh Krishna and Mohammed Siraj ahead of him. Nabi completed all the required work visa formalities on Saturday and took the first available flight to England. He is expected to make his Surrey debut against Yorkshire at The Oval on Wednesday. The 29-year-old is likely to return to India in time for India A’s four-day matches against Australia A, which begin on Sept 22. Meanwhile, the J&K selectors will need to coordinate with the national selectors before finalising their squad for the Irani Cup. The tournament will be held in Srinagar from Oct 1 to 5, with the Ranji Trophy champions taking on the Rest of India. The second India A vs Australia A match will overlap with the Irani Cup, meaning the selectors will have to manage the squads carefully. Nabi could be involved in one of these teams. With India’s two Tests against New Zealand scheduled during the early summer in New Zealand, the Team India management believes Nabi can benefit from playing in England, where the conditions are expected to be similar. Also Read - ENG vs PAK 2nd Test: Imam-ul-Haq unlikely to bat in second innings at Lord’s Nabi was one of the key players in Jammu and Kashmir’s historic maiden Ranji Trophy title win. He was also part of the India A squad that recently toured Sri Lanka, where he took six wickets in two first-class matches. Also Read - Emiliano Martinez joins Chelsea from Aston Villa During the 2025-26 Ranji Trophy season, Nabi claimed 60 wickets in 10 matches and 17 innings at an average of 12.56. He also took seven five-wicket hauls and finished as the tournament’s leading wicket-taker, playing a major role in J&K’s first domestic title. Following his impressive domestic season, Nabi was bought by Delhi Capitals for INR 8.4 crore at the 2026 IPL auction. However, he played only five matches and did not take a wicket, while conceding runs at an economy rate of 11.46. Surrey has also had several Indian players in its squad in recent years. Sai Sudharsan had short spells with the club in 2023 and 2024, while Rajasthan batter Mahipal Lomror joined Surrey for six matches earlier this month. Indian spinner Rahul Chahar is also contracted to the club. With inputs from agencies

Jammu and Kashmir seamer Auqib Nabi has signed for Surrey for a three-match County Championship stint ahead of India’s New Zealand tour, giving him valuable exposure to English conditions as the BCCI continues to develop his red-ball career.

Auqib Nabi joins Surrey for county stint ahead of New Zealand tour

Sri Lanka has been stripped of the hosting rights for the inaugural ICC Women’s Champions Trophy 2027, adding to its ongoing problems amid a governance dispute with the International Cricket Council (ICC). Sri Lanka Cricket (SLC) was suspended by the ICC for several months in 2023-24 over alleged political interference following a prolonged dispute between the cricket board and the Sri Lankan government over allegations of corruption and poor administration.&nbsp;As a result, Sri Lanka also lost the hosting rights for the 2024 Men’s Under-19 World Cup, which was later shifted to South Africa.&nbsp;In April this year, the Sri Lankan government temporarily took control of the cricket board and announced a Transformation Committee “to address the current issues in cricket and implement structural reforms”.&nbsp;However, the ICC has been calling for fresh elections and the return of an elected cricket board. Members of the Transformation Committee have also been prevented from taking part in ICC Board meetings.&nbsp;The six-team Women’s Champions Trophy is scheduled to take place from Feb 14 to 28 next year and will now be moved out of Sri Lanka. The ICC has not yet announced the new host, with the issue expected to be discussed at its next Board meeting.&nbsp;Also Read - <a href="https://www.wionews.com/sports/imam-ul-haq-calf-injury-lords-test-pakistan-vs-england-1788079652004">ENG vs PAK 2nd Test: Imam-ul-Haq unlikely to bat in second innings at Lord’s</a>&nbsp;Prakash Shaffter, secretary of the Transformation Committee, confirmed the development to the Sunday Times. “Yes, it has been moved out of Sri Lanka,” Shaffter said. “It will be played at another venue, but as of now, I am not sure where it will be played.”&nbsp;Sri Lanka Cricket continues to function under the Transformation Committee, a setup that conflicts with the ICC’s requirement for cricket boards to operate independently without government interference.&nbsp;Also Read - <a href="https://www.wionews.com/sports/mohammad-amir-british-citizenship-pakistan-chapter-closed-1788076167768">‘British local’ Amir rules out return to Pakistan cricket: ‘Chapter is closed’</a>&nbsp;Sri Lanka’s place in the six-team tournament could also come under question following the change of host. The original qualification system was expected to feature the top-ranked teams along with the host nation, with Sri Lanka currently sixth in the rankings.&nbsp;The ICC is yet to confirm whether the qualification rules will be changed after Sri Lanka lost the hosting rights.

The International Cricket Council has reportedly removed Sri Lanka as the host of the inaugural Women’s Champions Trophy.

Sri Lanka has been stripped of the hosting rights for the inaugural ICC Women’s Champions Trophy 2027, adding to its ongoing problems amid a governance dispute with the International Cricket Council (ICC). Sri Lanka Cricket (SLC) was suspended by the ICC for several months in 2023-24 over alleged political interference following a prolonged dispute between the cricket board and the Sri Lankan government over allegations of corruption and poor administration. As a result, Sri Lanka also lost the hosting rights for the 2024 Men’s Under-19 World Cup, which was later shifted to South Africa. In April this year, the Sri Lankan government temporarily took control of the cricket board and announced a Transformation Committee “to address the current issues in cricket and implement structural reforms”. However, the ICC has been calling for fresh elections and the return of an elected cricket board. Members of the Transformation Committee have also been prevented from taking part in ICC Board meetings. The six-team Women’s Champions Trophy is scheduled to take place from Feb 14 to 28 next year and will now be moved out of Sri Lanka. The ICC has not yet announced the new host, with the issue expected to be discussed at its next Board meeting. Also Read - ENG vs PAK 2nd Test: Imam-ul-Haq unlikely to bat in second innings at Lord’s Prakash Shaffter, secretary of the Transformation Committee, confirmed the development to the Sunday Times. “Yes, it has been moved out of Sri Lanka,” Shaffter said. “It will be played at another venue, but as of now, I am not sure where it will be played.” Sri Lanka Cricket continues to function under the Transformation Committee, a setup that conflicts with the ICC’s requirement for cricket boards to operate independently without government interference. Also Read - ‘British local’ Amir rules out return to Pakistan cricket: ‘Chapter is closed’ Sri Lanka’s place in the six-team tournament could also come under question following the change of host. The original qualification system was expected to feature the top-ranked teams along with the host nation, with Sri Lanka currently sixth in the rankings. The ICC is yet to confirm whether the qualification rules will be changed after Sri Lanka lost the hosting rights.

The International Cricket Council has reportedly removed Sri Lanka as the host of the inaugural Women’s Champions Trophy.

ICC sacks Sri Lanka as host of 2027 Women’s Champions Trophy

From Ravindra Jadeja to Ravichandran Ashwin, here's a look at the five Indian bowlers fastest to 300 Test wickets. This list also includes Kapil Dev, Anil Kumble and Harbhajan Singh

From Ravindra Jadeja to Ravichandran Ashwin, here's a look at the five Indian bowlers fastest to 300 Test wickets. This list also includes Kapil Dev, Anil Kumble and Harbhajan Singh

Meet top 5 Indian bowlers fastest to 300 Test wickets

Imam-ul-Haq has reportedly been ruled out of the ongoing second Test against England after being diagnosed with a grade-1 tear in his left calf. Imam did not bat in the first innings as Pakistan were rolled over for just 110 in 38 overs.&nbsp; Imam was taken for scans at stumps on day one, after which the severity of the injury surfaced. The doctors have advised him to rest for 10 days, meaning his absence during Pakistan’s run chase would leave them with just 10 batters and nine wickets to defend. &nbsp;Imam stayed on the field till tea on the first day, before last game’s captain Salman Ali Agha came in as his substitute. Before the start of the second day’s play at Lord’s, Pakistan refrained from confirming Imam’s participation in the remainder of the match.&nbsp; While the travelling team said his participation would depend on his treatment from a ‘strain to his left calf muscle’, pacer Mohammad Ali remained unaware of his teammate’s injury status when asked about it after stumps on day three. &nbsp;"I wouldn't be able to tell you anything about it," Ali said in a chat with the reporters. "I am aware of his status, but the team's medical panel is better placed to answer you better."&nbsp;Also read| <a href="https://www.wionews.com/sports/mohammad-amir-british-citizenship-pakistan-chapter-closed-1788076167768">‘British local’ Mohammad Amir rules out return to Pakistan cricket: ‘Chapter is closed’</a> &nbsp;Meanwhile, Imam suffered this injury while batting in the series opener at Headingley, which Pakistan lost by an innings and 103 runs. Pakistan’s medical team attended to him during the first innings, as Imam had his left calf strapped over the course of his 42-run outing. He batted with the injury and added 91 runs for the third wicket with Abdullah Shafique before England folded Pakistan on 171.<h2>Plenty of Cricket Awaits at Lord's</h2>England is leading by 357 runs with three wickets remaining in their second innings, and Imam’s absence here would hurt Pakistan. While England is closer to their first Test series win since December 2024, Pakistan need a miracle to win this Test and chase an unlikely win in the series decider. &nbsp;Should Pakistan lose this match and subsequently the series, it will be their second consecutive Test series loss in England after going 1-0 in a three-match series in 2020.

Pakistan opener Imam-ul-Haq is in doubt to bat in the second innings of the Lord's Test against England after suffering a grade-1 calf strain. 

Imam-ul-Haq has reportedly been ruled out of the ongoing second Test against England after being diagnosed with a grade-1 tear in his left calf. Imam did not bat in the first innings as Pakistan were rolled over for just 110 in 38 overs. Imam was taken for scans at stumps on day one, after which the severity of the injury surfaced. The doctors have advised him to rest for 10 days, meaning his absence during Pakistan’s run chase would leave them with just 10 batters and nine wickets to defend. Imam stayed on the field till tea on the first day, before last game’s captain Salman Ali Agha came in as his substitute. Before the start of the second day’s play at Lord’s, Pakistan refrained from confirming Imam’s participation in the remainder of the match. While the travelling team said his participation would depend on his treatment from a ‘strain to his left calf muscle’, pacer Mohammad Ali remained unaware of his teammate’s injury status when asked about it after stumps on day three. "I wouldn't be able to tell you anything about it," Ali said in a chat with the reporters. "I am aware of his status, but the team's medical panel is better placed to answer you better." Also read| ‘British local’ Mohammad Amir rules out return to Pakistan cricket: ‘Chapter is closed’ Meanwhile, Imam suffered this injury while batting in the series opener at Headingley, which Pakistan lost by an innings and 103 runs. Pakistan’s medical team attended to him during the first innings, as Imam had his left calf strapped over the course of his 42-run outing. He batted with the injury and added 91 runs for the third wicket with Abdullah Shafique before England folded Pakistan on 171. Plenty of Cricket Awaits at Lord's England is leading by 357 runs with three wickets remaining in their second innings, and Imam’s absence here would hurt Pakistan. While England is closer to their first Test series win since December 2024, Pakistan need a miracle to win this Test and chase an unlikely win in the series decider. Should Pakistan lose this match and subsequently the series, it will be their second consecutive Test series loss in England after going 1-0 in a three-match series in 2020.

Pakistan opener Imam-ul-Haq is in doubt to bat in the second innings of the Lord's Test against England after suffering a grade-1 calf strain.&nbsp;

Pakistan opener Imam-ul-Haq unlikely to bat in second innings at Lord’s due to injury

Mohammad Amir has squashed all hopes of playing any role in Pakistan cricket or making a potential return to the national side after revealing that his ‘Pakistan chapter is now closed’. After acquiring UK citizenship, speedster Amir calls himself a ‘British local’. Amir has had his share of success and failures as a former Pakistan fast bowler and announced his retirement in 2024. Two years later, he obtained citizenship and a British passport through his wife, Narjis Khan. &nbsp;Speaking in an interview with cricket YouTuber Furqan Bhatti, Amir explained what he cannot do after obtaining the British passport. The left-arm speedster said that he can no longer be treated as a local Pakistani player in competitions such as the County Championship and The Hundred. Players registered as locals in English domestic cricket must declare that they will not represent any other country as a local player.&nbsp;&nbsp;Also read| <a href="https://www.wionews.com/sports/moin-khan-demands-medical-care-jailed-imran-khan-adiala-jail-1788066244265">‘I urge other cricketers to speak up’: Moin Khan demands medical care for jailed Imran Khan</a> &nbsp;"I am a British local now. When you play in competitions such as the County Championship and The Hundred as a local player, you have to sign a document stating that you cannot play for another country as a local. So, the Pakistan chapter I had before is now closed," Amir said in an interview with cricket YouTuber Furqan Bhatti. &nbsp;His last appearance came during Trent Rockets’ match against the Manchester Super Giants in The Hundred final this edition, where he returned with 3/29.&nbsp; &nbsp;Amir made his international debut against England in a T20I at the Oval in June 2009, later representing Pakistan across all formats. While he played 36 Tests and picked up 119 wickets, Amir was predominantly a white-ball bowler. Across 123 white-ball matches for the Men in Green, Amir picked up 152 wickets in total, representing Pakistan in two T20 World Cups in 2009 and 2010. &nbsp; &nbsp;He was instrumental in helping Pakistan lift its maiden and only T20 World Cup thus far in 2009 before spot-fixing charges during the 2010 Lord's Test ended his cricket career. After serving punishment for nearly half a decade, Amir returned to international cricket in 2016 and played for another eight years. Not only did he play the 2017 Champions Trophy and the ODI World Cup two years later, but Amir also featured in the 2024 T20 World Cup before calling time on his career.&nbsp;

Former Pakistan pacer Mohammad Amir has confirmed his 'Pakistan chapter is closed' after acquiring British citizenship, which qualifies him as a local player in England. 

Mohammad Amir has squashed all hopes of playing any role in Pakistan cricket or making a potential return to the national side after revealing that his ‘Pakistan chapter is now closed’. After acquiring UK citizenship, speedster Amir calls himself a ‘British local’. Amir has had his share of success and failures as a former Pakistan fast bowler and announced his retirement in 2024. Two years later, he obtained citizenship and a British passport through his wife, Narjis Khan. Speaking in an interview with cricket YouTuber Furqan Bhatti, Amir explained what he cannot do after obtaining the British passport. The left-arm speedster said that he can no longer be treated as a local Pakistani player in competitions such as the County Championship and The Hundred. Players registered as locals in English domestic cricket must declare that they will not represent any other country as a local player. Also read| ‘I urge other cricketers to speak up’: Moin Khan demands medical care for jailed Imran Khan "I am a British local now. When you play in competitions such as the County Championship and The Hundred as a local player, you have to sign a document stating that you cannot play for another country as a local. So, the Pakistan chapter I had before is now closed," Amir said in an interview with cricket YouTuber Furqan Bhatti. His last appearance came during Trent Rockets’ match against the Manchester Super Giants in The Hundred final this edition, where he returned with 3/29. Amir made his international debut against England in a T20I at the Oval in June 2009, later representing Pakistan across all formats. While he played 36 Tests and picked up 119 wickets, Amir was predominantly a white-ball bowler. Across 123 white-ball matches for the Men in Green, Amir picked up 152 wickets in total, representing Pakistan in two T20 World Cups in 2009 and 2010. He was instrumental in helping Pakistan lift its maiden and only T20 World Cup thus far in 2009 before spot-fixing charges during the 2010 Lord's Test ended his cricket career. After serving punishment for nearly half a decade, Amir returned to international cricket in 2016 and played for another eight years. Not only did he play the 2017 Champions Trophy and the ODI World Cup two years later, but Amir also featured in the 2024 T20 World Cup before calling time on his career.

Former Pakistan pacer Mohammad Amir has confirmed his 'Pakistan chapter is closed' after acquiring British citizenship, which qualifies him as a local player in England.&nbsp;

‘British local’ Mohammad Amir rules out return to Pakistan cricket: ‘Chapter is closed’

The BCCI selection committee has reportedly zeroed in on left-handed batter Tilak Varma as Shreyas Iyer’s potential backup for the 2027 ODI World Cup in South Africa, Zimbabwe, and Namibia. With India’s top six consisting of match-winning right-handed batters, Tilak’s inclusion could break that monotony. The selectors have also asked him to work on his off-spin as they see part-time bowling potential in him. On the other hand, the team management is reportedly worried about the lack of bowling options in the top order, citing it as a reason for extra pressure on the lower order and the bowlers. &nbsp;Given that most of the first-team or potential first-choice backups will be busy with the 2026 Asian Games, which coincides with the home white-ball series against the West Indies, the preparation for the ODI World Cup will begin when India tours New Zealand in late October. Players like Iyer, Ishan Kishan, Axar Patel, Nitish Kumar Reddy and Washington Sundar, who are also likely to be picked for the showpiece event, will be busy with the T20 competition in Japan.&nbsp;Also read| <a href="https://www.wionews.com/sports/suryakumar-yadav-aakash-chopra-interview-t20-captaincy-snub-1787996852544">‘How can this happen?’: Suryakumar Yadav opens up on India snub after T20 World Cup triumph</a> &nbsp;“Head coach Gautam Gambhir and captain Shubman Gill feel there isn’t any backup ready for the middle order. With Hardik Pandya and Nitish Kumar Reddy being prone to injuries, they want someone in the top order who can at least chip in with four overs in an ODI,” a BCCI source close to the information said, as quoted by the Times of India (TOI).<h2>Selectors Concerned over Age and Fitness</h2>The potential India squad would likely include the two ageing stalwarts, Virat Kohli and Rohit Sharma, seasoned keeper-batter KL Rahul, who would be 35 by the time the World Cup comes along, and injury-prone all-rounders Reddy and Hardik Pandya. The selectors are weighing the age and fitness factors for the ODI World Cup. And as a result, they were willing to have younger backups ready for the tournament. &nbsp;“The team has to be prepared for conditions in South Africa in the World Cup. Iyer got injured in Australia, and his game against pace and bounce is untested of late. The team already has two ageing players in Rohit Sharma and Virat Kohli. They are having niggles as well. KL Rahul too will be over 35 by the time the World Cup comes around. Ravindra Jadeja isn’t a certainty either. The fielding of the team has suffered due to fitness issues. The team management feels that they need younger backups ready,” the source added.<h3>Selectors wary of changing batting order</h3>Even though the management has tried several players outside of their batting positions in the lead-up thus far, including making Ruturaj Gaikwad bat at number four, the selectors are unwilling to shuffle batting positions. &nbsp;“Gaikwad was picked as backup opener since Gill was injured. The team management feels Tilak could have been tried in that place. That’s why they don’t want to rush Devdutt Padikkal in the ODI setup because he found his calling in white-ball cricket while opening the batting,” the source noted.

BCCI selectors have reportedly identified Tilak Varma as a middle-order backup for Shreyas Iyer ahead of the 2027 ODI World Cup, valuing his left-handed batting and off-spin potential. 

The BCCI selection committee has reportedly zeroed in on left-handed batter Tilak Varma as Shreyas Iyer’s potential backup for the 2027 ODI World Cup in South Africa, Zimbabwe, and Namibia. With India’s top six consisting of match-winning right-handed batters, Tilak’s inclusion could break that monotony. The selectors have also asked him to work on his off-spin as they see part-time bowling potential in him. On the other hand, the team management is reportedly worried about the lack of bowling options in the top order, citing it as a reason for extra pressure on the lower order and the bowlers. Given that most of the first-team or potential first-choice backups will be busy with the 2026 Asian Games, which coincides with the home white-ball series against the West Indies, the preparation for the ODI World Cup will begin when India tours New Zealand in late October. Players like Iyer, Ishan Kishan, Axar Patel, Nitish Kumar Reddy and Washington Sundar, who are also likely to be picked for the showpiece event, will be busy with the T20 competition in Japan. Also read| ‘How can this happen?’: Suryakumar Yadav opens up on India snub after T20 World Cup triumph “Head coach Gautam Gambhir and captain Shubman Gill feel there isn’t any backup ready for the middle order. With Hardik Pandya and Nitish Kumar Reddy being prone to injuries, they want someone in the top order who can at least chip in with four overs in an ODI,” a BCCI source close to the information said, as quoted by the Times of India (TOI). Selectors Concerned over Age and Fitness The potential India squad would likely include the two ageing stalwarts, Virat Kohli and Rohit Sharma, seasoned keeper-batter KL Rahul, who would be 35 by the time the World Cup comes along, and injury-prone all-rounders Reddy and Hardik Pandya. The selectors are weighing the age and fitness factors for the ODI World Cup. And as a result, they were willing to have younger backups ready for the tournament. “The team has to be prepared for conditions in South Africa in the World Cup. Iyer got injured in Australia, and his game against pace and bounce is untested of late. The team already has two ageing players in Rohit Sharma and Virat Kohli. They are having niggles as well. KL Rahul too will be over 35 by the time the World Cup comes around. Ravindra Jadeja isn’t a certainty either. The fielding of the team has suffered due to fitness issues. The team management feels that they need younger backups ready,” the source added. Selectors wary of changing batting order Even though the management has tried several players outside of their batting positions in the lead-up thus far, including making Ruturaj Gaikwad bat at number four, the selectors are unwilling to shuffle batting positions. “Gaikwad was picked as backup opener since Gill was injured. The team management feels Tilak could have been tried in that place. That’s why they don’t want to rush Devdutt Padikkal in the ODI setup because he found his calling in white-ball cricket while opening the batting,” the source noted.

BCCI selectors have reportedly identified Tilak Varma as a middle-order backup for Shreyas Iyer ahead of the 2027 ODI World Cup, valuing his left-handed batting and off-spin potential.&nbsp;

Tilak Varma in India’s ODI World Cup plans as Shreyas Iyer's backup: Report

Former Pakistan keeper-batter Moin Khan is the latest cricketing giant from the country to raise concerns over his captain and ex-Pakistan Prime Minister Imran Khan’s deteriorating health in Adiala Jail. Moin, a key member of Imran’s 1992 World Cup-winning squad, released a video on Saturday (Aug 29), appealing to the reigning government and the jail authorities to provide him with all the medical care required for the 73-year-old. He urged fellow Pakistani players to stand for their ‘greatest cricketer’.&nbsp;&nbsp;Moin released his video shortly after fellow cricket great Javed Miandad made an emotional appeal in support of Imran. &nbsp;Behind bars in Rawalpindi’s Adiala Jail since 2023 after being convicted in corruption cases, which he continues to deny, Imran Khan’s health began worsening in the past few months. Reports of potential medical issues, including losing a major part of his eyesight and allegations of inadequate medical care, began surfacing, urging his fans, former teammates and cricketers worldwide to come forward in his support.&nbsp;Also read| <a href="https://www.wionews.com/sports/what-is-being-done-to-him-is-not-right-miandad-speaks-out-on-imran-khan-s-imprisonment-1788015509055">'What is being done to him is not right': Miandad speaks out on Imran Khan’s imprisonment</a> &nbsp;“Our captain Imran Khan, as you all know, is currently in Adiala jail, and his condition is quite bad at present. One more time, I will urge the authorities, the government of Pakistan and all those people who run the Adiala jail,” Moin said in his video. “My request is that our captain’s rights, as a former prime minister, as a citizen of Pakistan, his right to medical care should be honoured.&nbsp;Whatever he needs, it should be seen to,” he added. &nbsp;He then made a direct appeal to his fellow cricketers and the community all over to stand up for Imran. &nbsp;“Besides, I also urge other cricketers to speak up and voice their support for him. Imran Khan’s contribution to Pakistan cricket [is immense] and all of us who played in his era learnt a lot from him. He has given Pakistan cricket a lot,” Moin continued. &nbsp;Meanwhile, concerns towards Imran’s health prompted a group of former international captains to call for better medical care for him. 22 former cricket captains from different countries, including India, England, the West Indies and New Zealand, wrote to Pakistan Prime Minister Shehbaz Sharif, seeking adequate healthcare and constitutional safeguards for the former Pakistan captain. &nbsp;Australia Test captain Pat Cummins has also lent his voice to the cause.&nbsp;

Former Pakistan keeper-batter Moin Khan has urged fellow cricketers to speak up and called on authorities to provide urgent medical care for jailed ex-PM Imran Khan. 

Former Pakistan keeper-batter Moin Khan is the latest cricketing giant from the country to raise concerns over his captain and ex-Pakistan Prime Minister Imran Khan’s deteriorating health in Adiala Jail. Moin, a key member of Imran’s 1992 World Cup-winning squad, released a video on Saturday (Aug 29), appealing to the reigning government and the jail authorities to provide him with all the medical care required for the 73-year-old. He urged fellow Pakistani players to stand for their ‘greatest cricketer’. Moin released his video shortly after fellow cricket great Javed Miandad made an emotional appeal in support of Imran. Behind bars in Rawalpindi’s Adiala Jail since 2023 after being convicted in corruption cases, which he continues to deny, Imran Khan’s health began worsening in the past few months. Reports of potential medical issues, including losing a major part of his eyesight and allegations of inadequate medical care, began surfacing, urging his fans, former teammates and cricketers worldwide to come forward in his support. Also read| 'What is being done to him is not right': Miandad speaks out on Imran Khan’s imprisonment “Our captain Imran Khan, as you all know, is currently in Adiala jail, and his condition is quite bad at present. One more time, I will urge the authorities, the government of Pakistan and all those people who run the Adiala jail,” Moin said in his video. “My request is that our captain’s rights, as a former prime minister, as a citizen of Pakistan, his right to medical care should be honoured. Whatever he needs, it should be seen to,” he added. He then made a direct appeal to his fellow cricketers and the community all over to stand up for Imran. “Besides, I also urge other cricketers to speak up and voice their support for him. Imran Khan’s contribution to Pakistan cricket [is immense] and all of us who played in his era learnt a lot from him. He has given Pakistan cricket a lot,” Moin continued. Meanwhile, concerns towards Imran’s health prompted a group of former international captains to call for better medical care for him. 22 former cricket captains from different countries, including India, England, the West Indies and New Zealand, wrote to Pakistan Prime Minister Shehbaz Sharif, seeking adequate healthcare and constitutional safeguards for the former Pakistan captain. Australia Test captain Pat Cummins has also lent his voice to the cause.

Former Pakistan keeper-batter Moin Khan has urged fellow cricketers to speak up and called on authorities to provide urgent medical care for jailed ex-PM Imran Khan.&nbsp;

‘I urge other cricketers to speak up’: Moin Khan demands medical care for jailed Imran Khan

Former Pakistan captain and batting great Javed Miandad has raised concerns over the imprisonment and health of his former teammate and ex-Prime Minister Imran Khan, saying he hopes the situation is resolved soon and calling what is happening to Imran “unnecessary.”&nbsp;With several former and current cricketers from around the world speaking out in support of Imran, Miandad has now become one of the biggest Pakistan cricket figures to publicly address his imprisonment. According to Cricinfo, he has called for Imran’s release and offered to provide any help he may need.&nbsp;Speaking on the ‘Narratives’ podcast, Miandad said, as quoted by Cricinfo, “I pray that what is going on with him gets resolved, because he does not deserve this. What is being done to him is not right. It is unnecessary. He has a family too.”&nbsp;“I think about it all the time, what he must be doing [in prison], what he must be thinking of. We were so close. We used to be together and think so much of each other. We took Pakistan to such new heights. I can’t help but feel so sad about it,” he added.&nbsp;Miandad represented Pakistan in 124 Tests and 233 ODIs between 1975 and 1996. He scored 16,213 international runs and hit 31 centuries. He played alongside Imran during Pakistan’s successful period in the 1980s and early 1990s.&nbsp;Also Read - <a href="https://www.wionews.com/sports/tennis-players-raise-concerns-over-cannabis-smell-at-us-open-2026-1788011155157">Tennis players raise concerns over cannabis smell at US Open 2026</a>&nbsp;Both Miandad and Imran captained Pakistan, but Imran led the team to their famous 1992 World Cup triumph. Miandad played an important role in that campaign, scoring 437 runs in nine innings, including five half-centuries.&nbsp;Miandad also spoke about his bond with Imran during their playing days and rejected claims that the two had a bitter rivalry.&nbsp;“There was no rivalry between me and Imran. There was no fight between us. I have never complained that Imran wronged me in any way. I had a great career which I am very thankful for. Imran and I played county cricket together too, we were together for more than half the year, either in county cricket or with Pakistan. We had a great time together,” he said.&nbsp;Also Read - <a href="https://www.wionews.com/sports/india-vs-thailand-women-s-asia-cup-2026-live-streaming-details-date-and-time-1788003336759">India vs Thailand, Women’s Asia Cup 2026: Live streaming details, date and time</a>&nbsp;Imran’s health has come under intense scrutiny in Pakistan in recent weeks. His sons have repeatedly called for proper medical treatment for the former cricketer and Prime Minister.&nbsp;Last week, Pakistan’s Supreme Court ordered that Imran be shifted to Islamabad’s Shifa Hospital, however, he was taken to the state-run PIMS hospital and sent back to prison after his check-up.&nbsp;&nbsp;His sisters and sons have alleged that the court’s order was not followed and have demanded that Imran be allowed to consult his personal doctor.&nbsp;Meanwhile, 22 former international cricket captains have written to Pakistan Prime Minister Shehbaz Sharif, renewing their call for proper medical treatment for Imran.&nbsp;&nbsp;The letter followed an earlier appeal signed by 14 former captains in February, which reportedly received no response from the Pakistan government.&nbsp;&nbsp;With inputs from agencies

Miandad has urged the Pakistani government to resolve its differences with former Prime Minister Imran Khan and called for his release from jail.

Former Pakistan captain and batting great Javed Miandad has raised concerns over the imprisonment and health of his former teammate and ex-Prime Minister Imran Khan, saying he hopes the situation is resolved soon and calling what is happening to Imran “unnecessary.” With several former and current cricketers from around the world speaking out in support of Imran, Miandad has now become one of the biggest Pakistan cricket figures to publicly address his imprisonment. According to Cricinfo, he has called for Imran’s release and offered to provide any help he may need. Speaking on the ‘Narratives’ podcast, Miandad said, as quoted by Cricinfo, “I pray that what is going on with him gets resolved, because he does not deserve this. What is being done to him is not right. It is unnecessary. He has a family too.” “I think about it all the time, what he must be doing [in prison], what he must be thinking of. We were so close. We used to be together and think so much of each other. We took Pakistan to such new heights. I can’t help but feel so sad about it,” he added. Miandad represented Pakistan in 124 Tests and 233 ODIs between 1975 and 1996. He scored 16,213 international runs and hit 31 centuries. He played alongside Imran during Pakistan’s successful period in the 1980s and early 1990s. Also Read - Tennis players raise concerns over cannabis smell at US Open 2026 Both Miandad and Imran captained Pakistan, but Imran led the team to their famous 1992 World Cup triumph. Miandad played an important role in that campaign, scoring 437 runs in nine innings, including five half-centuries. Miandad also spoke about his bond with Imran during their playing days and rejected claims that the two had a bitter rivalry. “There was no rivalry between me and Imran. There was no fight between us. I have never complained that Imran wronged me in any way. I had a great career which I am very thankful for. Imran and I played county cricket together too, we were together for more than half the year, either in county cricket or with Pakistan. We had a great time together,” he said. Also Read - India vs Thailand, Women’s Asia Cup 2026: Live streaming details, date and time Imran’s health has come under intense scrutiny in Pakistan in recent weeks. His sons have repeatedly called for proper medical treatment for the former cricketer and Prime Minister. Last week, Pakistan’s Supreme Court ordered that Imran be shifted to Islamabad’s Shifa Hospital, however, he was taken to the state-run PIMS hospital and sent back to prison after his check-up. His sisters and sons have alleged that the court’s order was not followed and have demanded that Imran be allowed to consult his personal doctor. Meanwhile, 22 former international cricket captains have written to Pakistan Prime Minister Shehbaz Sharif, renewing their call for proper medical treatment for Imran. The letter followed an earlier appeal signed by 14 former captains in February, which reportedly received no response from the Pakistan government. With inputs from agencies

Miandad has urged the Pakistani government to resolve its differences with former Prime Minister Imran Khan and called for his release from jail.

'What is being done to him is not right': Miandad speaks out on Imran Khan’s imprisonment

From Muttiah Muralitharan to Malcolm Marshall, here's a look at top five bowlers fastest to take 300 wickets in Test cricket. This list also includes Ravichandran Ashwin, Dennis Lillee and Richard Hadlee

From Muttiah Muralitharan to Malcolm Marshall, here's a look at top five bowlers fastest to take 300 wickets in Test cricket. This list also includes Ravichandran Ashwin, Dennis Lillee and Richard Hadlee

Meet top 5 bowlers fastest to 300 Test wickets

India Women will begin their Women’s Asia Cup 2026 campaign against Thailand in a Group A match at the Dubai International Cricket Stadium on Sunday (Aug 30). Harmanpreet Kaur’s team will look to start the tournament with a convincing victory.Thailand have already played one game in the tournament and they defeated Indonesia by six runs on Friday and will be aiming to make it two wins in a row.&nbsp;India will expect their experienced batters, including Smriti Mandhana, Harmanpreet Kaur and Shafali Verma, to lead the way with the bat. In the bowling department, Deepti Sharma, Sree Charani and Kranti Gaud will be among the key players.&nbsp;&nbsp;Deepti is the second-highest wicket-taker in women’s T20I cricket, while Charani currently holds the No. 1 spot in the ICC Women’s T20I bowling rankings.&nbsp;Also Read - <a href="https://www.wionews.com/sports/hockey-india-announces-inr-50-lakh-cash-reward-for-women-s-team-1787997971367">Hockey India announces INR 50 lakh cash reward for women’s team</a>&nbsp;Thailand will rely heavily on Thipatcha Putthawong, who holds the record for the most wickets in women’s international T20 cricket.<h3>India vs Thailand Women’s Asia Cup 2026: All you need to know</h3><h3>When and where will the India vs Thailand Women’s Asia Cup 2026 match be played?</h3>The Group A match between India and Thailand will be played at the Dubai International Cricket Stadium on Sunday (Aug 30).<h3>What time will the India vs Thailand Women’s Asia Cup 2026 match start?</h3>The match is scheduled to begin at 8:00 PM IST. The toss will take place 30 minutes before the start of the game.<h3>Which TV channel will broadcast the India vs Thailand Women’s Asia Cup 2026 match?</h3>The match will be broadcast live in India on the Sony Sports Network.&nbsp;Also Read - <a href="https://www.wionews.com/sports/it-s-a-special-feeling-harry-kane-reflects-on-being-named-germany-s-footballer-of-the-year-1788000043971">'It’s a special feeling': Harry Kane reflects on being named Germany’s Footballer of the Year</a><h3>How can fans live stream the India vs Thailand Women’s Asia Cup 2026 match ?</h3>Fans in India can watch the match live on the Sony LIV app and website from 8:00 PM IST.<h3>Squads</h3>India: Harmanpreet Kaur (C), Smriti Mandhana (VC), Shafali Verma, Bharti Fulmali, Deepti Sharma, Richa Ghosh (WK), G Kamalini (WK), Arundhati Reddy, Prema Rawat, Radha Yadav, Sree Charani, Renuka Thakur, Nandni Sharma, Kranti Gaud and Pratika Rawal&nbsp;Thailand: Naruemol Chaiwai (C), Nannapat Koncharoenkai, Natthakan Chantham, Chanida Sutthiruang, Suleeporn Laomi, Onnicha Kamchomphu, Thipatcha Putthawong, Phannita Maya, Aphisara Suwanchonrathi, Sunida Chaturongrattana, Chayanisa Phengpaen, Nannaphat Chaihan, Koranit Suwanchonrathi, Thanrada Seesawan and Naomi Hamilton

India will begin their Women’s Asia Cup 2026 campaign against Thailand in their Group A opener on Sunday (Aug 30) at the Dubai International Cricket Stadium.

India Women will begin their Women’s Asia Cup 2026 campaign against Thailand in a Group A match at the Dubai International Cricket Stadium on Sunday (Aug 30). Harmanpreet Kaur’s team will look to start the tournament with a convincing victory. Thailand have already played one game in the tournament and they defeated Indonesia by six runs on Friday and will be aiming to make it two wins in a row. India will expect their experienced batters, including Smriti Mandhana, Harmanpreet Kaur and Shafali Verma, to lead the way with the bat. In the bowling department, Deepti Sharma, Sree Charani and Kranti Gaud will be among the key players. Deepti is the second-highest wicket-taker in women’s T20I cricket, while Charani currently holds the No. 1 spot in the ICC Women’s T20I bowling rankings. Also Read - Hockey India announces INR 50 lakh cash reward for women’s team Thailand will rely heavily on Thipatcha Putthawong, who holds the record for the most wickets in women’s international T20 cricket. India vs Thailand Women’s Asia Cup 2026: All you need to know When and where will the India vs Thailand Women’s Asia Cup 2026 match be played? The Group A match between India and Thailand will be played at the Dubai International Cricket Stadium on Sunday (Aug 30). What time will the India vs Thailand Women’s Asia Cup 2026 match start? The match is scheduled to begin at 8:00 PM IST. The toss will take place 30 minutes before the start of the game. Which TV channel will broadcast the India vs Thailand Women’s Asia Cup 2026 match? The match will be broadcast live in India on the Sony Sports Network. Also Read - 'It’s a special feeling': Harry Kane reflects on being named Germany’s Footballer of the Year How can fans live stream the India vs Thailand Women’s Asia Cup 2026 match ? Fans in India can watch the match live on the Sony LIV app and website from 8:00 PM IST. Squads India: Harmanpreet Kaur (C), Smriti Mandhana (VC), Shafali Verma, Bharti Fulmali, Deepti Sharma, Richa Ghosh (WK), G Kamalini (WK), Arundhati Reddy, Prema Rawat, Radha Yadav, Sree Charani, Renuka Thakur, Nandni Sharma, Kranti Gaud and Pratika Rawal Thailand: Naruemol Chaiwai (C), Nannapat Koncharoenkai, Natthakan Chantham, Chanida Sutthiruang, Suleeporn Laomi, Onnicha Kamchomphu, Thipatcha Putthawong, Phannita Maya, Aphisara Suwanchonrathi, Sunida Chaturongrattana, Chayanisa Phengpaen, Nannaphat Chaihan, Koranit Suwanchonrathi, Thanrada Seesawan and Naomi Hamilton

India will begin their Women’s Asia Cup 2026 campaign against Thailand in their Group A opener on Sunday (Aug 30) at the Dubai International Cricket Stadium.

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A two-time T20 World Cup winner and former India captain, Suryakumar Yadav, has opened up on the shocking snub he faced after leading the Men in Blue to a triumphant campaign this year. From helping India end its ICC trophy drought in 2024 with the ‘catch of the tournament’ against South Africa, to maintaining an undefeated streak in the 2026 edition, Suryakumar Yadav made headlines for all the right reasons. &nbsp;However, what didn’t work in his favour was his lean patch with the bat in the lead-up to the tournament and even during it, barring his unbeaten 84 against the US. A below-par IPL 2026 showing for Mumbai Indians further cast doubts over his T20I future despite his credentials, as the selectors took the toughest call to replace him as the team captain and drop him from the squad for the UK tour. The Ajit Agarkar-led selection committee named Shreyas Iyer as India's new T20I captain.&nbsp;Also read| <a href="https://www.wionews.com/sports/asian-games-2026-cricket-facilities-japan-india-pakistan-acc-concerns-1787987697856">India, Pakistan unhappy with Japan's Asian Games cricket facilities; ACC under scanner for delayed response</a> &nbsp;Revealing his reaction for the first time since facing an unexpected snub, SKY said, “I was thinking, how can this happen? How is it possible? We just won the World Cup. Yes, IPL was not as good as how I wanted. We were sitting at home. Friends came; family came. Everyone said that it's okay. Part of life. But then, when they leave the house. We stay alone at home.” &nbsp;Reflecting on his first reaction after knowing that his name was missing from the T20I squad for the UK tour, Suryakumar said he couldn’t help but smile and leave it that way. &nbsp;“I smiled when my name was not there. Because when I played cricket with the team for a year or two, and whenever I am playing, so, whenever I have been in situations like where there is pressure, where things are not going my way, I have always smiled. I have relaxed. And this is what I have seen: the moments in the past when I have had opportunities to do well. I have been grateful,” the former ranked number one T20I batter said in an online chat with Aakash Chopra.<h2>No Friction with Shreyas Iyer</h2>Having shared a dressing room and a brief time playing for India, SKY knows who Shreyas Iyer is. SKY said he knows how good a player Iyer is, and never felt, ‘Why did they make him the captain?’ Suryakumar, however, expressed his disappointment at how, after never conceding a bilateral T20I series, winning an Asia Cup and eventually the T20 WC, he was left out. &nbsp;“I have seen the team that they have chosen. I have also played a lot of cricket with Shreyas. And I know he is a good player, a good human being, and a good captain also. So, I was not like, ‘Why did they make him the captain?’ But yes, I was a little disappointed. Because you have not lost a single series in two years. You have won the World Cup and the Asia Cup. Then you want the same thing to go forward. Because when everything is going well, then why? What is the reason for the change? What is the reason for the change? It was going on in my mind. I was sitting at home for a month and a half,” said SKY.

Former India captain Suryakumar Yadav opened up to Aakash Chopra about his shock omission from the T20I squad after leading India to a World Cup victory. 

A two-time T20 World Cup winner and former India captain, Suryakumar Yadav, has opened up on the shocking snub he faced after leading the Men in Blue to a triumphant campaign this year. From helping India end its ICC trophy drought in 2024 with the ‘catch of the tournament’ against South Africa, to maintaining an undefeated streak in the 2026 edition, Suryakumar Yadav made headlines for all the right reasons. However, what didn’t work in his favour was his lean patch with the bat in the lead-up to the tournament and even during it, barring his unbeaten 84 against the US. A below-par IPL 2026 showing for Mumbai Indians further cast doubts over his T20I future despite his credentials, as the selectors took the toughest call to replace him as the team captain and drop him from the squad for the UK tour. The Ajit Agarkar-led selection committee named Shreyas Iyer as India's new T20I captain. Also read| India, Pakistan unhappy with Japan's Asian Games cricket facilities; ACC under scanner for delayed response Revealing his reaction for the first time since facing an unexpected snub, SKY said, “I was thinking, how can this happen? How is it possible? We just won the World Cup. Yes, IPL was not as good as how I wanted. We were sitting at home. Friends came; family came. Everyone said that it's okay. Part of life. But then, when they leave the house. We stay alone at home.” Reflecting on his first reaction after knowing that his name was missing from the T20I squad for the UK tour, Suryakumar said he couldn’t help but smile and leave it that way. “I smiled when my name was not there. Because when I played cricket with the team for a year or two, and whenever I am playing, so, whenever I have been in situations like where there is pressure, where things are not going my way, I have always smiled. I have relaxed. And this is what I have seen: the moments in the past when I have had opportunities to do well. I have been grateful,” the former ranked number one T20I batter said in an online chat with Aakash Chopra. No Friction with Shreyas Iyer Having shared a dressing room and a brief time playing for India, SKY knows who Shreyas Iyer is. SKY said he knows how good a player Iyer is, and never felt, ‘Why did they make him the captain?’ Suryakumar, however, expressed his disappointment at how, after never conceding a bilateral T20I series, winning an Asia Cup and eventually the T20 WC, he was left out. “I have seen the team that they have chosen. I have also played a lot of cricket with Shreyas. And I know he is a good player, a good human being, and a good captain also. So, I was not like, ‘Why did they make him the captain?’ But yes, I was a little disappointed. Because you have not lost a single series in two years. You have won the World Cup and the Asia Cup. Then you want the same thing to go forward. Because when everything is going well, then why? What is the reason for the change? What is the reason for the change? It was going on in my mind. I was sitting at home for a month and a half,” said SKY.

Former India captain Suryakumar Yadav opened up to Aakash Chopra about his shock omission from the T20I squad after leading India to a World Cup victory.&nbsp;

‘How can this happen?’: Suryakumar Yadav opens up on India snub after T20 World Cup triumph

Former Pakistan opener and chief selector Mohammad Wasim has accused Imam-ul-Haq of faking injuries. Current Pakistani opener Imam did not bat in his team’s first innings at the ongoing second Test match against England at Lord’s after suffering a low-grade calf strain, and his participation remains uncertain for the remainder of the Test. Wasim alleges that Imam has a history of faking injury concerns, revealing one such instance during his time as the selection committee’s boss. &nbsp;During an online chat with Pakistan’s cricket historian Dr Nauman Niaz, Wasim revealed how a team physio in 2022 warned him about Imam using similar tactics to avoid playing.&nbsp; &nbsp;"In the 2022 Multan Test, the physio warned me in advance that he is going to fake an injury soon. And he did that."&nbsp;WATCH VIDEO -

<blockquote class="twitter-tweet">🚨 Former Pakistani cricketer drops a BOMBSHELL Imam-ul-Haq wasn&#39;t injured at the Lord&#39;s. He keeps faking injury, reveals former chairman of selecter Muhammad Wasim. &quot;In 2022 Multan test, the physio warned me in advance that he is going to feign an injury soon. And he did… <a href="https://t.co/Su37q5ONnc">pic.twitter.com/Su37q5ONnc</a>&mdash; Brutal Truth (@sarkarstix) <a href="https://x.com/sarkarstix/status/2093430737005609041?ref_src=twsrc%5Etfw">August 28, 2026</a></blockquote> <script async src="https://platform.x.com/widgets.js" charset="utf-8"></script>

In Imam’s absence, Shan Masood and Azan Awais opened the innings on day two of the Lord’s Test. Even though Shan departed on an 11-ball 1, caught behind off Jofra Archer, Awais was Pakistan’s highest run-scorer (46) in their first innings. Saud Shakeel was the only remaining batter to reach double figures (16) as Pakistan got all out inside 38 overs for just 110.&nbsp;Also read| <a href="https://www.wionews.com/sports/sarfaraz-ahmed-pcb-ecb-threat-imran-khan-sons-interview-1787976105185">'Playing Dumb': Pakistan coach Sarfaraz dodges questions on PCB-ECB row over Imran Khan's sons</a> &nbsp;For the third time in this Test series, Pakistan got all out within 200, with 110 being their lowest yet poorest outing thus far. Regular captain Babar Azam, who returned to the setup after missing the opener due to a finger injury, departed on eight, caught behind. Abdullah Shafique and Mohammad Rizwan too were sent packing on single-digit scores. &nbsp;The tail, however, could add just seven runs between them, leaving Pakistan struggling in this Test.&nbsp; &nbsp;In response, England scored 81 for three at stumps on day two, leading by 261 runs with seven wickets remaining in their innings.

Former Pakistan chief selector Mohammad Wasim has made explosive claims against Imam-ul-Haq, accusing the opener of faking injuries after he sat out during the Lord's Test.

Former Pakistan opener and chief selector Mohammad Wasim has accused Imam-ul-Haq of faking injuries. Current Pakistani opener Imam did not bat in his team’s first innings at the ongoing second Test match against England at Lord’s after suffering a low-grade calf strain, and his participation remains uncertain for the remainder of the Test. Wasim alleges that Imam has a history of faking injury concerns, revealing one such instance during his time as the selection committee’s boss. During an online chat with Pakistan’s cricket historian Dr Nauman Niaz, Wasim revealed how a team physio in 2022 warned him about Imam using similar tactics to avoid playing. "In the 2022 Multan Test, the physio warned me in advance that he is going to fake an injury soon. And he did that." WATCH VIDEO -

Former Pakistan chief selector Mohammad Wasim has made explosive claims against Imam-ul-Haq, accusing the opener of faking injuries after he sat out during the Lord's Test.

‘Imam-ul-Haq keeps faking injuries’: Former Pakistan chief selector drops explosive allegations

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