The 2026 Wisden Cricketers’ Almanack, being published on Thursday, says that the game’s previous USP as a “refuge from realpolitik” has been poisoned by the growing politicisation of the sport under India’s “Orwellian” influence. The “Notes by the Editor” of the 163rd edition of the annual, targets India’s growing political influence over the game, saying,“Cricket…
Pakistan’s star pacer Shaheen Afridi has been fined by his franchise Lahore Qalandars for breaching security protocol at the team hotel during the Pakistan Super League. Afridi was handed a fine of PKR 1 million by the Qalandars. “In the interest of maintaining discipline and demonstrating accountability, the franchise has taken a voluntary and proactive…
NEW DELHI: The Pakistan Super League (PSL) 2026 has already been in the spotlight for several off-field issues even before the tournament begins. From a fuel crisis to scheduling changes, the buildup has been far from smooth. Now, an awkward moment at the captains’ press conference has added to the drama. During the pre-tournament media…
