Pakistan cricket faces mobile phone seizures and record low score

The Pakistan cricket team is facing multiple challenges across different formats. Ahead of the third and final Test match in England, the Pakistan Cricket Board (PCB) has reportedly seized the mobile phones of several players. The devices are expected to be held by the board until the conclusion of the Test match. While the PCB has not publicly disclosed the specific reasons for this action, international regulations under the ICC allow for the seizure of communication devices during official investigations into matters such as anti-corruption or match-fixing. However, no official investigation or allegations of corruption have been confirmed by the PCB or the ICC.

In women's cricket, the Pakistan women's team suffered a significant defeat during the Women's Asia Cup 2026 in the UAE. Playing against India in a Group A match at the Dubai International Stadium, Pakistan was bowled out for just 55 runs. This marks the team's lowest score in Women's T20 Internationals, surpassing their previous record of 56. Indian spinners Shree Charani, Prema Rawat, and Deepti Sharma led the bowling attack, with Charani and Rawat taking three wickets each to secure a 70-run victory for India.