Pakistan take regular wickets after a strong start by Australia, with bowling contributions from Usama Mir, Haris Rauf, and Mohammad Nawaz. Shadab Khan leads Pakistan, with Babar potentially only participating as a batsman later.

Aamer Jamal’s quick-fire knock of 41(16) and Khushdil Shah’s economical spell (3/13) sealed the victory for Pakistan as Hong Kong were bowled out for 92 in chase of a target of 16

Former Pakistan cricketer and TV commentator chats with Saj about Pakistan's chances at the World Cup, the importance of Shadab Khan and Iftikhar Ahmed at the World Cup, why India is the team to beat, who will be the semi-finalists, the importance of the middle-overs, Pakistan's best XI, Pakistan's spin options and more.

The former England captain said that Pakistan are "incredibly watchable" and a "great tournament side", largely due to their "genuine wicket-takers", but emphasised their unpredictability, and labelled their batting approach as a potential aspect for improvement.

A 5-wicket loss to New Zealand in the first game has left Babar Azam's men with some important questions to answer around the strength of their bowling attack and fielding abilities. 

All games will be played in Karachi with the 4-day game starting from15 October and the five one-day matches to be played between 22 to 31 October.

The Yorkshire skipper hit 123 to take his side to a comprehensive 6-wicket win over Worcestershire on the last day of the season. 

Former Pakistan Test skipper scored 200* and Rameez Aziz was not out on 151* as Karachi Whites reached a massive 784/5 in the drawn game against Lahore Whites, whilst Abdul Faseeh's 109* gave Rawalpindi their first win of the season.

The ninth season of the tournament will be played with the existing six teams, with the PCB continuing to work closely with the franchises to explore alternative venues as a part of contingency planning.

In his video analysis, Saj wonders why an NOC was given to Naseem Shah for the LPL when he was already carrying the shoulder injury, who is responsible for the mismanagement of his injury, why wasn't he rested for the Asia Cup and feels that the PCB medics responsible for players fitness and injury management have a lot of questions to answer.

COO and team manager for Lahore Qalandars speaks about the rise of the Lahore Qalandars after a difficult first few seasons at the Pakistan Super League, how close were they to sacking Aaqib Javed, the thinking behind making Shaheen Shah Afridi Lahore Qalandars skipper, the difficulty in managing players workloads and more.

Former Australia pacer and Pakistan bowling coach chats with Saj about working with Pakistan's pacers, his thoughts on pitches in Pakistan, why he rates Shaheen Shah Afridi so highly, what he feels a good bowling coach should do, the challenges for modern day pacers and the advice he has for them, career regrets and more.

Namibian star all-rounder chats to Saj about The Hundred, Namibia's progress, his enjoyment of playing at the PSL, Pakistan's ability to produce pace-bowlers, his nickname of Murshad, Qalandars turnaround at the PSL, Shaheen Shah Afridi's leadership qualities, Zaman Khan's progress and bright future, the brilliance of Haris Rauf and who are the teams to beat at this year's World Cup.

Pakistan all-rounder chats to Saj about missing out on selection for the Afghanistan series and Asia Cup, his hopes of an ODI recall, Pakistan's chances at the Asia Cup and World Cup, looks forward to the CPL, his experience of MLC, Mohammad Amir's continued retirement from international cricket and more.

Shadab Khan chats to Saj about The Hundred, his hopes of playing Test cricket again for Pakistan, Babar Azam's captaincy, some fans having short memories when it comes to player performances, the upcoming Asia Cup, Pakistan's huge clash against India at the World Cup, any plans for Virat Kohli, Pakistan's chances at this year's World Cup and more.

Pakistan ODI Vice-captain praised Fakhar Zaman as a big-match player who will come good in the World Cup.