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Mohsin Naqvi shares ‘vision’ to make PSL world’s No.1 league

LONDON: The Pakistan Cricket Board (PCB) chairman Mohsin Naqvi on Sunday vowed to make the Pakistan Super League (PSL) one of the best T20 leagues in the world.

Naqvi expressed these thoughts during the PSL roadshow at the home of cricket, Lord’s Cricket Ground.

The PSL roadshow was organized to highlight the league’s growth over the years and attract investors.

“To make this league [PSL] the world’s No.1 league. That’s the vision,” he said during the panel discussion alongside former cricketers Wasim Akram and Ramiz Raja.

“And with so many people around like Ramiz and Wasim. I don’t think so, it’s a difficult task, and I’m very much sure that we will make this league’s world No.1,” he maintained.

The chairman mentioned some of the suggestions he received from the players and former cricketers.

“Last night, Ramiz was giving us some amazing advice. Even today, when we were sitting with Babar, Haris , and Farhan, they were advising us on some things. So this advice are worth implementing,” Naqvi revealed.

Mohsin Naqvi also recalled the inaugural edition of the PSL and revealed that he was among those who wanted to buy an outfit in Pakistan’s marquee league.

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“I can only advise, but the decision is yours. Yes, I was one of those who were very keen to get the team when the teams were being auctioned, Mohsin Naqvi recalled.

He stated that it was his mistake to go for only one team when there were five while emphasizing the outcome for the owners who will buy a franchise in the upcoming years.

“My mistake was that I was ready to spend money on just one team, on one name. If I had bid for all the teams, I would have got one.

But anyways, that’s the mistake, and still I feel bad because the price of the team that the owners got at that time and now, is I don’t know how many times more,” Naqvi explained.

“So, think about one thing, whatever you’ll be investing now, after 10 years, I can tell you one thing, it will be worth it.  So, my advice is, take the risk, get the team, and I am sure you will be one of the very lucky ones who will feel really good after getting a team,” he suggested.

For the unversed, PSL, which began in 2016 with five outfits, is set to expand with the addition of two new teams.

Notably, the league expanded to five teams in 2018 with the inclusion of Multan Sultans.

With the addition of two new teams in the upcoming edition, the league will undergo its first major restructuring in seven years, taking the total to eight teams.

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Mohsin Naqvi hails Pakistan’s clinical sweep over Sri Lanka

RAWALPINDI: Pakistan Cricket Board (PCB) Chairman Mohsin Naqvi has praised the team’s growing consistency and unity after the national side wrapped up a 3-0 ODI series sweep over Sri Lanka on Sunday.

In a message shared on X, Naqvi congratulated the players, coaches, and support staff, noting that the back-to-back series wins in T20Is and ODIs reflect a team steadily finding its rhythm.

“Well done boys! Congratulations to all the players on a brilliant clean sweep in the ODI series against Sri Lanka, after winning the T20I series as well,” he wrote.

“Back-to-back dominant performances. Proud of our players, coaches, and management for their hard work and spirit. Please trust and believe in these boys—they are giving their all for the country.”

He urged fans to stand firmly behind the squad, emphasising that the group is putting in exceptional effort behind the scenes.

Pakistan’s performance in the final ODI at the Rawalpindi Cricket Stadium carried the same authority that defined the entire series.

Chasing a modest 212-run target, the hosts cruised home in 44.4 overs with eight wickets to spare.

Mohammad Rizwan anchored the innings with a composed 61 not out off 92 balls, while Hussain Talat’s steady 42 kept the chase comfortably on track.

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Earlier, the bowlers had set the tone with a disciplined display that dismantled Sri Lanka for 211 in 45.2 overs.

Mohammad Wasim Jr. led the charge with three wickets, ensuring the visitors were never allowed momentum.

Haris Rauf, whose impactful spells throughout the series repeatedly broke partnerships, was named Man of the Series, an achievement Naqvi described as “outstanding” and a proud moment for both player and country.

“Special congratulations to Haris Rauf on being awarded Man of the Series. Outstanding bowling throughout. A great moment for Pakistan cricket and our fans,” Naqvi added.

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Sri Lanka envoy hails team’s security arrangements

RAWALPINDI: The Sri Lankan High Commissioner expressed satisfaction over the security arrangements after meeting with Chairman Pakistan Cricket Board (PCB) Mohsin Naqvi. 

Sri Lanka is currently touring Pakistan for a three-match ODI series and a T20I tri-series.

Interior Minister Mohsin Naqvi and PCB Chairman Naqvi met with the Sri Lankan High Commissioner, Rear Admiral (R) Fred Siriweera, and the team manager, assuring them of full-proof security throughout their stay.

He personally guaranteed the team’s safety and emphasized that all necessary measures had been put in place.

“Federal Interior Minister and PCB Chairman Mohsin Naqvi met today with Sri Lankan High Commissioner Rear Admiral (R) Fred Siriweera,” the PCB said in its statement.

“‎During the meeting, the Chief Commissioner and the IG Islamabad Police gave a detailed briefing on the security being provided to the Sri Lankan team,” it added.

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This comes after the Sri Lankan players sought an early exit from the Pakistan tour amid security concerns.

Following the assurances, the Sri Lankan Cricket Board instructed the players to complete the remaining matches of the tour. Sources from the board confirmed that any player who leaves the tour prematurely will face a two-year ban.

For the unversed, Pakistan leads the ODI series 1-0, with the remaining two ODIs to be schedule on 13 and 15 November at the Rawalpindi Cricket Stadium. The ODI series will be followed by a T20I tri-series featuring Zimbabwe, Sri Lanka, and Pakistan.

T20I Tri-Series (Pakistan, Sri Lanka, Zimbabwe)

17 November – Pakistan v Zimbabwe, Rawalpindi Cricket Stadium, Rawalpindi

19 November – Sri Lanka v Zimbabwe, Rawalpindi Cricket Stadium, Rawalpindi

22 November – Pakistan v Sri Lanka, Gaddafi Stadium, Lahore

23 November – Pakistan v Zimbabwe, Gaddafi Stadium, Lahore

25 November – Sri Lanka v Zimbabwe, Gaddafi Stadium, Lahore

27 November – Pakistan v Sri Lanka, Gaddafi Stadium, Lahore

29 November –Final, Gaddafi Stadium, Lahore

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Chairman PCB Mohsin Naqvi visits Rawalpindi Cricket Stadium

RAWALPINDI: Pakistan Cricket Board (PCB) chief Mohsin Naqvi visited the Rawalpindi Cricket Stadium on Tuesday to review security arrangements during the ODI match between Pakistan and Sri Lanka.

Pakistan Cricket Board (PCB) Chairman Mohsin Naqvi visited the Rawalpindi Cricket Stadium on Tuesday to review security arrangements during the ODI match between Pakistan and Sri Lanka.

During the visit, Naqvi reviewed the security arrangements and said that the Sri Lankan cricket team has been granted the status of state guests and their security will not be compromised at any cost.

“The Sri Lankan cricket team has been given state guest status. There will be no compromise on the security of the visiting team,” he said.

 

“Promoting sports and other activities along with peace and stability is our common goal,” he added.

The first game of the three-match ODI series is underway here with Pakistan posting a challenging total.

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Put into bat first in the ODI series opener, the home side piled up 299-5 in their 50 overs despite being reduced to 95-4 at one stage of their innings.

Salman Ali Agha and Hussain Talat starred with the bat, both scoring the bulk of the runs and lifting their team out of trouble with a mammoth 138-run stand on the fifth wicket.

Salman remained unbeaten with 105 from just 87 deliveries, peppered with nine fours, whereas Hussain Talat’s maiden made 62 from 63, striking half a dozen fours and a six.

For Sri Lanka, Wanindu Hasaranga picked up three wickets, whereas Asitha Fernando and Maheesh Theekshana managed to scalp one apiece.

Playing XIs

Pakistan: Shaheen Shah Afridi (c), Fakhar Zaman, Saim Ayub, Babar Azam, Mohammad Rizwan (wk), Salman Ali Agha, Hussain Talat, Mohammad Nawaz, Faheem Ashraf, Haris Rauf, Naseem Shah.

Sri Lanka: Charith Asalanka (c), Pathum Nissanka, Kamil Mishara, Kusal Mendis (wk), Sadeera Samarawickrama, Kamindu Mendis, Janith Liyanage, Wanindu Hasaranga, Maheesh Theekshana, Dushmantha Chameera, Asitha Fernando.

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PCB chief Mohsin Naqvi hails Pakistan’s Hong Kong Sixes title win

Pakistan Cricket Board (PCB) chairman Mohsin Naqvi congratulated the national team on clinching the Hong Kong Sixes 2025 title.

Naqvi took to the social media platform X to share his thoughts on the team’s victory, marking their record sixth win in the tournament’s history.

“Congratulations to the Pakistan Cricket Team and the entire nation on winning the Hong Kong Super Sixes title,” he wrote.

“A fantastic display of skill, passion, and teamwork truly showcasing Pakistan’s cricketing spirit at its best.”

For the unversed, Pakistan displayed a dominant performance with the bat and ball in the final against Kuwait, hence securing a comfortable 44-run victory at the Mission Road Ground in Mong Kok on Sunday.

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Opting to bat first, Pakistan racked up a mammoth 135 for 3 in their allotted six overs.

Captain Abbas Afridi spearheaded the team’s efforts with an outstanding performance, scoring 52 runs off a mere 11 balls and launching seven colossal sixes before leaving the field due to injury.

Abdul Samad also made a significant impact with 42 runs from 13 balls, while Khawaja Nafay chipped in with a brisk 22 runs off just six deliveries, as Pakistan’s top order dominated the Kuwaiti bowling lineup.

Despite Meet Bhavsar’s three-wicket haul, the Kuwaiti bowlers found it challenging to keep pace with Pakistan’s explosive batting, which recorded an exceptional run rate of 22.5 runs per over.

Kuwait fought valiantly in response but could only score 92 runs in five overs. Bhavsar finished the innings not out with 33 runs, and Adnan Idrees added a quick 30 runs.

For Pakistan, Maaz Sadaqat stood out with the ball, taking 3 wickets for 29 runs, while Abbas Afridi and Muhammad Shahzad each claimed one wicket.

Earlier in the day, Pakistan triumphed over Australia in a nail-biting semi-final, winning by only a single run.

Khawaja Nafay was instrumental in this victory, scoring an impressive 50 runs off just 14 balls, helping Pakistan post a total of 121 for 2.

READ: Pakistan crush Kuwait to win Hong Kong Sixes 2025 title

Mohsin Naqvi lauds Faisalabad’s long-awaited return to international cricket

FAISALABAD: Pakistan Cricket Board (PCB) Chairman Mohsin Naqvi has expressed his delight over the return of international cricket to Faisalabad after a 17-year hiatus on Tuesday.

The historic Iqbal Cricket Stadium in Faisalabad celebrated the return of international cricket with the first ODI of the three-match series between Pakistan and South Africa.

Taking to the social media platform X, Mohsin Naqvi hailed the moment as a proud milestone for the city and Pakistani cricket fans.

“After 17 long years, international cricket finally returns to Faisalabad,” he wrote.

“Delighted to see the excitement as Pakistan and South Africa begin the ODI series here in Pakistan’s own ‘Manchester’. The passion of Faisalabad’s people for cricket is truly unmatched. Insha’Allah, Faisalabad will continue to host international matches in the future.”

The opening ODI marks the city’s first international fixture since April 11, 2008, when Pakistan defeated Bangladesh by seven wickets at the same venue.

All three matches of the series are scheduled at the Iqbal Stadium, with the remaining ODIs to be played on November 6 and 8.

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The limited-overs contest follows an eventful tour for the Proteas, a 1-1 draw in the two-match Test series and a 2-1 T20I win for Pakistan.

Historically, Pakistan and South Africa have met 87 times in ODIs, with South Africa holding the edge with 52 wins compared to Pakistan’s 34 victories, while one match ended without a result.

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India adamant on not taking Asia Cup trophy from Mohsin Naqvi

The deadlock between India and Pakistan over the Asia Cup 2025 Trophy continued on Wednesday, as the Board of Control for Cricket in India (BCCI) refused to accept the silverware from Asian Cricket Council (ACC) president Mohsin Naqvi.

According to reports, BCCI secretary Devajit Saikia has written a letter to the ACC, requesting that the Trophy be handed over directly to India.

“If the trophy is not received, the matter will be raised with the ICC,” Saikia told reporters.

Meanwhile, ACC has offered BCCI to receive the trophy at a formal ceremony in Dubai on November 10.

For the unversed, the standoff for the trophy arose from India’s decision not to collect their winners’ medals and trophy following their triumph in the Asia Cup 2025 final against Pakistan on September 29 at the Dubai International Cricket Stadium.

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The controversy reportedly began after members of the Indian team declined to accept the silverware from ACC President Mohsin Naqvi, who also serves as the Pakistan Cricket Board (PCB) chairman.

Despite India’s stance, the ACC has maintained its position, with sources suggesting that President Naqvi is unwilling to make any exceptions or alter standard presentation protocols.

India had defeated Pakistan by five wickets in the final, chasing down a 147-run target in 19.4 overs after bowling out the Men in Green for 146 runs in 19.1 overs.

The continental tournament was shrouded in controversy from the start, beginning with India’s captain Suryakumar Yadav’s decision not to shake hands with Pakistan in their first encounter.

On the contrary, Pakistan also threatened to boycott the tournament at one stage. The situation persisted and continued after the summit clash.

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ACC proposes Dubai ceremony after BCCI demands Asia Cup trophy

The Board of Control for Cricket in India (BCCI) has officially written to Asian Cricket Council (ACC) President Mohsin Naqvi, seeking the handover of the Asia Cup 2025 trophy nearly a month after the conclusion of the tournament, sources confirmed.

According to insiders, the ACC has responded to the Indian board’s request and proposed that the trophy presentation take place in Dubai during the first week of November.

“If you want the trophy, we can hold a ceremony where you can receive it,” the ACC reportedly told the BCCI.

The unusual situation stems from India’s decision not to collect their winners’ medals and trophy following their triumph in the Asia Cup 2025 final against Pakistan on September 29 at the Dubai International Cricket Stadium.

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The stand-off reportedly began after members of the Indian team declined to accept the silverware from ACC President Mohsin Naqvi, who also serves as the Pakistan Cricket Board (PCB) chairman.

Despite India’s stance, the ACC has maintained its position, with sources suggesting that President Naqvi is unwilling to make any exceptions or alter standard presentation protocols.

India had defeated Pakistan by five wickets in the final, chasing down a 147-run target in 19.4 overs after bowling out the Men in Green for 146 runs in 19.1 overs.

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Mohsin Naqvi hails Pakistan team after Test win over South Africa

LAHORE: The Chairman of the Pakistan Cricket Board (PCB), Mohsin Naqvi, praised the national Test team for their impressive victory over the reigning World Test Champions, South Africa.

Pakistan secured a commanding 93-run victory in the first Test of the two-match series at the Gaddafi Stadium on Wednesday.

In a statement issued after the win, Naqvi congratulated captain Shan Masood, players, and the entire team management for the impressive all-round display that gave Pakistan a 1-0 lead in the two-match series.

“Pakistan has triumphed against the World Test Champion team — this victory is a result of teamwork,” said Mohsin Naqvi. “Our players showcased excellence in every department, from batting to bowling and fielding.”

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The PCB Chairman expressed hope that the team would continue their winning momentum in the upcoming Test, adding that the performance reflected a renewed sense of discipline and unity within the squad.

“I congratulate the captain, all players, and the management for this outstanding win,” he said. “I am confident the team will maintain this consistency in the second Test as well.”

Pakistan’s victory was built on the brilliance of Noman Ali and Shaheen Shah Afridi, who shared eight wickets between them to bowl South Africa out for 183 on the fourth day.

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Shaheen struck early in the morning session, removing Tony de Zorzi with the third delivery of the day to set the tone.

Noman continued to apply pressure from the other end, dismissing Tristan Stubbs cheaply before accounting for the dangerous Dewald Brevis, who had briefly revived South Africa’s hopes with a brisk 54.

Ryan Rickelton contributed 41 in a fighting partnership with Brevis, but once both fell, Pakistan took firm control of the match. Sajid Khan chipped in with two crucial wickets, while Noman and Shaheen ran through the rest of the lineup.

Shaheen wrapped up the innings by removing Kyle Verreynne (19), Prenelan Subrayen (8), and Kagiso Rabada (0), sealing Pakistan’s dominant victory before tea.

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Never apologised to BCCI nor will I: Mohsin Naqvi dismisses Indian media reports

Pakistan Cricket Board (PCB) Chairman and Asian Cricket Council (ACC) President Mohsin Naqvi has slammed the Indian media for claims about his apology to the Board of Control for Cricket in India (BCCI) regarding the Asia Cup trophy fiasco.

On Sunday, the closing ceremony of the Asia Cup final saw unprecedented scenes when the Indian cricket team refused to collect the winner’s trophy from ACC chief Mohsin Naqvi.

Following this, the Indian media claimed that Naqvi had himself refused to hand the trophy over to the Indian team.

Today, several Indian media outlets reported that Mohsin Naqvi had now apologised to the BCCI over the trophy row.

In response to the Indian media’s claims, Mohsin Naqvi hit back at the fabricated claims in a social media post.

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“This fabricated nonsense is nothing but cheap propaganda, aimed only at misleading their own people,” Naqvi wrote on X.

“I have done nothing wrong and I have never apologised to the BCCI nor will I ever do so.”

He clarified that he is ready to hand over the silverware, and India should take the trophy from his office.

“I was ready to hand over the trophy that very day, and I am still ready now. If they [India] truly want it, they are welcome to come to the ACC office and collect it from me,” he remarked.

For context, the Asia Cup had its share of twists and turns from the start. The first of the three encounters between India and Pakistan began with a handshake row, as both captains did not shake hands during the match.

Mohsin Naqvi had also lamented disappointment over the ‘lack of sportsmanship’ from the Indian side during the tournament.

READ: BCCI chief demands Asia Cup trophy from Mohsin Naqvi: sources

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