Pakistan Cricket Board

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Pakistan Cricket Board, a privately owned entity headquartered in Pakistan, was founded in 1949 and employs approximately 520 individuals. It reported $58.9M in revenue as of 2023. Its main product is spectator sports. The company functions as the governing body for cricket in Pakistan.

2023 Revenue

Founded

1949

Headcount

519

Headquarters

Pakistan

Primary Segment

Spectator Sports

Ownership

Privately Owned

News Summary:

On April 21, the Pakistan Cricket Board (PCB) indicated it might construct a stadium in Saudi Arabia before the 2026 Pakistan Super League (PSL), having also banned fans from stadiums in Karachi and Lahore during the 20-over franchise tournament. Additionally, the board selected five uncapped players for its upcoming tour to Bangladesh, in a squad that includes veterans like Babar Azam and Mohammad Rizwan. Previously, on April 20, the PCB confirmed there was no written PSL contract for Zimbabwe pacer Blessing Muzarabani, yet it maintained a two-year ban on him from the league. This decision followed Muzarabani's agent, Rob Humphries, hitting back on April 20, slamming the ban and stating that Muzarabani had not signed any contract despite initially agreeing to join Islamabad United. Muzarabani subsequently joined the Kolkata Knight Riders for IPL 2026 as a replacement. Earlier, on April 18, Muzarabani’s agent responded to the PCB, claiming the player could not breach a contract he never received, sparking debate over player agreements and league commitments.

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May

2nd

2026

23:32

B2B Tag

PSL 11 Final Prize Money: Around Rs14 Crore for Champions, Rs8.3 Crore for runners-up

LAHORE – PSL 11 is all set for grand finale, but this time, the stakes go far beyond the trophy. The battle for glory turned into a high-pressure showdown, with massive prize money adding even more fire to the contest.

Daily Pakistan

Apr

21st

2026

07:15

Events, B2B Tag

PCB likely to build stadium in Saudi Arabia before PSL 2026

The PCB has banned the fans’ presence in the stadiums of Karachi and Lahore during the 20-over franchise tournament. That has decreased the excitement of the games a little bit. Moreover, the board has also made interesting and shocking calls to make headlines by picking five uncapped players for their next tour in Bangladesh, including a few veterans like Babar Azam and Mohammad Rizwan.

Cricketwinner

Apr

20th

2026

09:28

Operational Challenges, B2B Tag

PCB Confirms No Written PSL Contract, Yet Continues With Bizarre 2-Year Ban on Blessing Muzarabani

Blessing Muzarabani In Action For KKR in IPL 2026. Zimbabwe pacer Blessing Muzarabani joined Kolkata Knight Riders (KKR), as a replacement for Mustafizur Rahman, who was forcefully released due to tensions between India and Bangladesh. However, the Zimbabwean's joining at KKR caused a bit of controversy.

Times Now

Apr

20th

2026

04:34

Operational Challenges, B2B Tag

Zimbabwe paceman Blessing Muzarabani's agent hits back after two-year PSL ban

Muzarabani had initially agreed to join Islamabad United following the PSL auction but had not yet signed any contract, but pulled out to instead sign for IPL outfit Kolkata Knight Riders. The paceman was then given a two-year ban from participating in the PSL but the player's agent, Rob Humphries, slammed the decision and went on to give his version of what transpired.

SABC Sport

Apr

20th

2026

03:58

Operational Challenges, B2B Tag

PCB confirms no written PSL contract, yet continues with bizarre 2-year ban on Blessing Muzarabani

Zimbabwe pacer Blessing Muzarabani joined Kolkata Knight Riders (KKR), as a replacement for Mustafizur Rahman, who was forcefully released due to tensions between India and Bangladesh. However, the Zimbabwean's joining at KKR caused a bit of controversy.

MSN Australia

Apr

18th

2026

18:30

Operational Challenges, B2B Tag

'Can’t breach a contract you never received': Blessing Muzarabani’s agent hits back at PCB over two-year PSL ban

Zimbabwe pacer Blessing Muzarabani’s agent has strongly responded to the PCB after the board imposed an ‘excessive’ PSL ban, claiming the player cannot breach a contract he never received. The controversy has sparked debate over player agreements and league commitments.

DNA India

Apr

18th

2026

05:51

B2B Tag

PCB appoint Sarfaraz Ahmed as head coach ahead of Bangladesh Tests

Former Pakistan player Sarfaraz Ahmed has been appointed as the head coach of the senior men's Test side for the upcoming tour of Bangladesh. New Delhi: Former Pakistan player Sarfaraz Ahmed has been appointed as the head coach of the senior men’s Test side for the upcoming tour of Bangladesh.

News Nine

Apr

14th

2026

00:25

Events, B2B Tag

Mohsin Naqvi hopeful of crowd’s return to PSL

KARACHI: Chairman PCB Mohsin Naqvi expressed hope for the return of the crowd to the Pakistan Super League. While talking to the media at the National Bank Stadium Karachi, Chairman PCB Mohsin Naqvi said that after looking at the world situation and situation regarding the crowd in the PSL, I will talk to the Prime Minister.

Dailyausaf

Apr

7th

2026

07:30

B2B Tag

Fakhar Zaman breaks silence on T20I retirement chatter days after PSL ball-tampering scandal

Pakistan opening batter Fakhar Zaman , who was recently suspended from two Pakistan Super League (PSL) 2026 games after being found guilty of ball tampering, finally addressed the T20I retirement chatter, saying he has no such plans.

MSN Australia

Apr

7th

2026

07:30

B2B Tag

Fakhar Zaman breaks silence on T20I retirement chatter days after PSL ball-tampering scandal

Pakistan opening batter Fakhar Zaman opens up on T20I retirement chatter. Here's what he said. Pakistan opening batter Fakhar Zaman , who was recently suspended from two Pakistan Super League (PSL) 2026 games after being found guilty of ball tampering, finally addressed the T20I retirement chatter, saying he has no such plans.

MSN Australia

Mar

23rd

2026

09:38

Events, B2B Tag

Contract breaches and salary barriers add to PSL problems

Despite having signed contracts, a number of foreign players have withdrawn to play in the more lucrative Indian Premier League (IPL), making the PCB`s hosting of the expanded Pakistan Super League a logistical and contractual nightmare.

MSN Australia

Mar

23rd

2026

09:02

B2B Tag

Contract breaches, increased pay demands add to PCB's PSL 11 headache

Karachi, Mar 23 (PTI) Hosting the expanded Pakistan Super League is fast becoming a logistical and contractual headache for the PCB, with several overseas players withdrawing despite having signed agreements, opting instead for the more lucrative Indian Premier League (IPL).

Press Trust of India

Pakistan Cricket Board sells broadcasting rights of its 2 cricket competitions to 20 companies globally, covering 10 countries. Pakistan Cricket Board's rights holders include Sky Group.