The West Indies cricket team has arrived in Pakistan for a historic two-match Test series, marking their return to the country for a Test series after 18 years. The squad landed in Islamabad on Monday via flight EK 612 from Dubai, ahead of the matches set to take place later this month at the renowned Multan Cricket Stadium.

Dan Christian, the Sydney Thunder’s assistant coach, has made a remarkable return to professional cricket after coming out of retirement. The 41-year-old all-rounder will help bolster the injury-depleted Thunder side following the unfortunate injuries to key players Cameron Bancroft and Daniel Sams.

Pakistan showed remarkable resilience against South Africa in the opening session of Day 4 of the second Test, despite losing one wicket. Skipper Shan Masood remains at the crease, not out at 119, and Pakistan trails by 152 runs with 8 wickets in hand. South Africa, having won the first match, will look to complete a clean sweep in the two-match series.

After suffering a crushing defeat in the first One-Day International (ODI) against New Zealand, Sri Lanka is determined to make a resounding comeback in the second ODI scheduled for January 8, 2025. The opening match, held on January 5, 2025, saw Sri Lanka succumb to a comprehensive 9-wicket loss, leaving them with much to reflect on as they prepare for the upcoming challenge.