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Cricket, controversy and celebrity culture
The episode examines PSL expansion concerns and franchise disputes before turning to a celebrity clash that has reignited debate over conduct in public life
Feb 26, 2026
Feb 26, 2026
Amber Shamsi
Pakistan Editor
Amber Rahim Shamsi is an award-winning multimedia journalist, political commentator, and free speech advocate with extensive experience in media development. She previously served as Director of the Centre for Excellence in Journalism (CEJ) at IBA, where she spearheaded the launch of iVerify Pakistan, a UNDP-supported fact-checking platform. A former BBC World Service bilingual reporter, she has hosted three major current affairs shows on Pakistani news channels. She is also an IVLP and ICFJ Digital Fellow, a media trainer, and an advocate for press freedom and gender representation in journalism.
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Expansion plans, franchise questions and celebrity spats - the latest episode of The Blue Newsroom unpacks the biggest talking points in sport and entertainment.
Host Amber Shamsi examines the proposed eight-team expansion of the Pakistan Super League, the controversy surrounding the Sialkot franchise and the debate over ‘Pindiz’ rebranding, before turning to a high-profile clash in the entertainment industry that has sparked questions about civility in celebrity culture.





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