The three-day warm-up match between Pakistan Shaheens and West Indies concluded in a draw, with Pakistan Shaheens finishing at 128-2 in 30 overs, chasing a target of 312 on the third day at Islamabad Club Ground in Islamabad. Following this, the West Indies Test squad is set to travel to Multan on Monday ahead of the first Test match, which begins on Friday, 17 January.
Taimur Khan of Pakistan Television (PTV) played a stunning unbeaten knock of 108 off 106 balls, guiding his team to a four-wicket victory over Sui Northern Gas Pipelines Limited (SNGPL) on day four at the HPC Oval Ground in Karachi on Saturday. With little time left, PTV chased down a challenging target of 335 in 67 overs.
Former Pakistan Test cricketer Atiq-uz-Zaman, a Level 4 ECB-qualified coach and the former head coach of the German Cricket Team, joined PakPassion for another exclusive interview with Saj. A regular contributor to PakPassion, he shared insights on key issues affecting the team, such as fielding lapses, tactical mistakes and the struggles of Pakistani bowlers against tailenders.
South Africa defeated Pakistan by 10 wickets in the second Test at Newlands Cricket Ground, Cape Town, on Monday, securing a 2-0 series victory. Chasing a modest target of 58 runs, they reached it in just 7.1 overs. Earlier, Pakistan's follow-on innings lasted 122.1 overs, where they were bowled out for 478.
Former Pakistan Test cricketer Atiq-uz-Zaman, a Level 4 ECB-qualified coach and the former head coach of the German Cricket Team, joined PakPassion for an exclusive interview with Saj. A regular contributor to PakPassion, Atiq delved into a range of engaging topics and offered valuable insights drawn from his extensive experience and expertise.
Former Pakistan all-rounder and renowned coach Yasir Arafat, a regular contributor for PakPassion, has once again joined us for an exclusive interview with Saj.In this detailed discussion, Yasir offers a thorough analysis of Pakistan's recent white-ball series against Zimbabwe and shares his insights on the upcoming Champions Trophy 2025, including its potential impact on Pakistan cricket.
Our sincerest thanks to @Markhor for this very deep and detailed preview of the upcoming Test series between South Africa and Pakistan.