Shan Masood

Pakistan introduces new talent for the opening Test against Bangladesh in Dhaka. Abdullah Fazal and Azan Awais receive their maiden Test caps. This move comes as Babar Azam is sidelined with a knee injury. The team aims to rebuild with a younger batting core. Pakistan captain Shan Masood won the toss and elected to field first.

Shan Masood acknowledged his Test captaincy is now out of his hands following Bangladesh's historic 2-0 series sweep over Pakistan. The defeat, Pakistan's 12th in 16 Tests under Masood, has intensified scrutiny, with the skipper deferring captaincy decisions to the PCB and apologising to fans for the disappointing results against Bangladesh.

Pakistan faced severe online backlash after a crushing 104-run defeat to Bangladesh, marking their third consecutive Test loss to the hosts. Despite a late fightback led by debutant Abdullah Fazal, Bangladesh's Nahid Rana's exceptional bowling secured a historic home victory. The loss also saw Pakistan drop two places in the World Test Championship standings.

Pakistan's Test defeat to Bangladesh has ignited dressing-room friction, with captain Shan Masood reportedly clashing with pace spearhead Shaheen Shah Afridi over bowling speed and batting collapses. The loss, compounded by an ICC slow over-rate penalty, is expected to lead to significant team changes for the next Test.

Pakistan face a double blow after their shocking Test defeat to Bangladesh. The ICC has fined the team 40% of their match fee and deducted eight crucial points from their World Test Championship standings due to a slow over-rate. This significant penalty pushes Pakistan down to eighth place, impacting their championship aspirations.

Bangladesh achieved a historic 2-0 Test series whitewash against Pakistan, culminating in an emotional dressing room celebration. Players united to sing "Amra Korbo Joy" after their dominant 78-run victory in the second Test. This triumph signifies Bangladesh's growing confidence and consistency in Test cricket.

Masood has led Pakistan in Tests since December 2023. Under him, Pakistan have lost 11 of their 15 matches.

Bangladesh secured a commanding 104-run victory over Pakistan in the first Test in Dhaka. A late collapse saw Pakistan lose seven wickets in the final session. Nahid Rana's exceptional bowling performance was key to Bangladesh's win. This marks Pakistan's first-ever Test defeat in Bangladesh. The series continues with the second Test in Sylhet.

Bangladesh secured a dominant 2-0 Test series whitewash against Pakistan, winning the second Test by 78 runs. Litton Das's century and strong bowling performances from Taijul Islam, who took nine wickets in the match, were pivotal to the hosts' historic victory.

Former England Test captain Mike Smith has passed away at the age of 92. Known as MJK, he played 50 Tests for England, captaining on 25 occasions, and also represented England in rugby union. Smith amassed nearly 40,000 first-class runs and served as Warwickshire chairman.

Babar Azam captained Peshawar Zalmi to their maiden Pakistan Super League title, defeating Hyderabad Kingsmen by five wickets. Despite a golden duck in the final, Azam concluded the tournament as the leading run-scorer with an impressive 588 runs. Former cricketers congratulated him on this significant captaincy achievement.

Steve Smith's frustration boiled over in the PSL after a heated send-off, with a viral video capturing him slamming his bat in the dressing room. His early dismissal for 13 runs came after a dropped catch, and his team, Multan Sultans, ultimately lost to Hyderabad Kingsmen by eight wickets in a crucial Eliminator match.

Pakistan have named a 16-man squad for the Bangladesh Tests, led by Shan Masood, with Sarfaraz Ahmed as head coach. Sitting fifth in the WTC, they aim to improve against eighth-placed Bangladesh. Four uncapped players are included, alongside senior stars. A Karachi camp precedes the May 8 start, with matches in Dhaka and Sylhet.

Pakistan have announced a 16-member squad for their upcoming Test series against Bangladesh, led by captain Shan Masood. The revamped side includes four uncapped players, aiming to improve their position in the ICC World Test Championship. The series begins May 8, with a new coaching setup also in place.

The comment came after Multan Sultans beat Quetta Gladiators on Sunday to register their third win of the Pakistan Super League (PSL) season. The team is set to return to the same venue on Monday for their next game against Rawalpindi Kings.

Sahibzada Farhan smashed an unbeaten 106 to guide Multan Sultans to a thrilling six-wicket victory over Hyderabad Kingsmen in the PSL. Chasing 226, Farhan's sensational century, supported by Steven Smith's quickfire 46, secured the fifth-highest successful chase in PSL history. This remarkable innings marked Farhan's ninth T20 century, placing him joint-fourth on the all-time list.

PSL 2026 kicks off March 26 with Lahore Qalandars facing Hyderabad Kingsmen, but without spectators due to regional issues and rising costs. The tournament will be broadcast-first, held in Lahore and Karachi. Despite the challenges, eight teams and international stars promise exciting cricket, with the opening match at 7:30 PM IST.

Pakistan Cricket Board has appointed Test captain Shan Masood as Consultant of International Cricket, a move that places him within the board's administrative hierarchy while he continues to lead the national team. This unconventional dual role, announced by PCB on Friday, has sparked debate over governance and decision-making within Pakistan cricket.

Shan Masood and Babar Azam created history by setting Pakistan's highest-ever opening partnership against South Africa with a 205-run stand, surpassing the 137-run record. Masood remained unbeaten at 93 and Babar at 78, showcasing resilience and skill. Despite South Africa's strong bowling attack, the duo's performance has ignited discussions on Pakistan’s fighting spirit.

Pakistan's new Test captain Shan Masood on Friday escaped a serious injury after an on-field collision with teammate Sarfaraz Ahmed during a domestic match. The injury could have jeopardised Shan's availability for the upcoming crucial tour of Australia starting next month.

Pakistan batsman Shan Masood has got away with "superficial bruising" after being hit on the head during a practice session ahead of the team's first match at the Twenty20 World Cup in Australia. Pakistan will begin their campaign against arch-rivals India in Melbourne on Sunday. The team got the injury scare as it prepared for the game, when a stray shot from Mohammad Nawaz struck Masood on the head and left him lying flat on the ground before he was sent to hospital for scans.

The Pakistan Cricket Board (PCB) on Thursday announced that they have decided to upgrade Pakistan Test captain Shan Masood's category in the central contract list from D to B. "The decision has been made in line with board's policy that if a centrally contracted player below A or B categories is appointed captain, their contract shall be upgraded to category B for the tenure of their captaincy," a statement from PCB read.

Captains Babar Azam and Shan Masood, along with senior players, will participate in a PCB workshop called the 'Strategic Connection Camp.' The session aims to identify key issues in Pakistan cricket and develop strategies for player management and team performance. Coaches Jason Gillespie and Gary Kirsten also express optimism about the meeting's potential benefits.

In a historic loss during the first Test at Multan Cricket Stadium, Pakistan fell to England by an innings and 47 runs despite scoring 556 in the first innings. Captain Shan Masood emphasised the need for his team to take 20 wickets to stay competitive and vowed to improve ahead of the second Test starting October 15.

Shan Masood on Thursday received his maiden T20 call-up while experienced batter Fakhar Zaman was dropped from the Pakistan team picked for the World Cup in Australia. A fit again Shaheen Shah Afridi has also been named in the squad. Masood, who captained Derbyshire in the Vitality Blast in England and did outstandingly well in red and white ball formats, replaces Zaman who is out with a knee injury.

Pakistan skipper Shan Masood's angry reaction and his animated discussion with coach Jason Gillespie in the dressing room during the ongoing Rawalpindi Test against Bangladesh has taken the internet by a storm. The visuals were caught on camera during live broadcast and the video clip has gone viral on social media.

Pakistan captain Shan Masood was upset after the team's historic loss to England, despite posting over 500 runs in the first innings. England's strong batting performances, especially from Harry Brook and Joe Root, led them to victory. Pakistan struggled to take 20 wickets and needs to address repeating mistakes. Shan admitted that the team was repeating mistakes and not learning from them. He stressed the need to adapt to changing pitch conditions daily.

Jason Gillespie will be in Pakistan next month to oversee a training camp for the national team and Pakistan Shaheen side for the two-Test series against Bangladesh in August. The camp, starting on July 24 in Karachi, will be overseen by Gillespie and support staff. Shan Masood, Pakistan's Test captain, will return early from England to prepare.

Pakistan wicketkeeper-batter Sarfaraz Ahmed acknowledged that Australia have good batters in Test cricket, but believes that his team’s batting order stands on par with any other line-up. Pakistan have never secured a Test series victory in Australia, and Sarfaraz extended his best wishes to the newly-appointed captain, Shan Masood, as the team aims to change that record. "I am happy to play any role – whether as a batter or a wicket-keeper – in contributing to the success of the team."