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TransGroup FZE has been awarded the prestigious series partnership rights for Pakistan’s international men’s and women’s home cricket series, following a highly competitive public bidding process. This partnership, which will run from October 2024 until December 2026, marks a significant milestone in the continued collaboration between TransGroup and the Pakistan Cricket Board (PCB).

Sharjah, October 3, 2024 – Pakistan produced a stunning all-round performance to defeat reigning Asian Cup champions Sri Lanka by 31 runs in the second match of the ICC Women’s T20 World Cup. Led by captain Fatima Sana, Pakistan posted a modest 116 in their first innings but outshone Sri Lanka with the ball, restricting them to just 85/9.

England have unveiled its limited-overs squad for the upcoming tour of the West Indies, with captain Jos Buttler making a highly anticipated return after recovering from a calf injury. Buttler, who had missed the recent series against Australia, will once again take the reins for both the ODI and T20I formats, as England prepares to face West Indies in a series that kicks off later this month.

Lahore, October 3, 2024 – The International Cricket Council (ICC) has appointed a high-profile panel of match officials for the upcoming three-match Test series between Pakistan and England, part of the ICC World Test Championship 2023-25. The series, which promises to be a thrilling encounter between two cricketing powerhouses, will be held across two venues, Multan and Rawalpindi, from October 7 to October 28.

Lahore, October 2, 2024 – The Pakistan Cricket Board (PCB) has officially accepted Babar Azam’s resignation as the captain of the national men’s white-ball cricket team, a decision that echoes his commitment to enhancing his impact as a player.

New Zealand cricket has announced that veteran fast bowler Tim Southee has stepped down as the Test captain, with Tom Latham set to take over the reins. Southee, who has led the Black Caps since Kane Williamson relinquished the role at the end of 2022, leaves behind a commendable record, having guided the team to six victories and two draws in 14 Test matches.

Pakistan’s cricket captain, Babar Azam, made a significant announcement on Tuesday, revealing his decision to step down from leading the national team in white-ball formats. Azam, renowned for his batting prowess, stated that the time had come for him to redirect his focus towards personal development and his individual performance on the field.

Cricket Australia is gearing up to present an exciting cricket festival this summer, featuring some of the most iconic names in the sport, including former Pakistan captain Younis Khan, Australian all-rounder Glenn Maxwell, and legendary fast bowler Damien Fleming.

On day four of the second Test against Bangladesh, India delivered a masterclass in aggressive batting, obliterating multiple records, including the fastest team hundred and fastest team double hundred in the history of Test cricket.

Islamabad, September 30, 2024 – Pakistan Test captain Shan Masood expressed optimism on Monday about his team’s prospects ahead of the upcoming three-match Test series against England, despite the recent disappointment of a whitewash against Bangladesh.