Pakistan makes key adjustments to XI for third ODI against South Africa
JOHANNESBURG: The Pakistan Cricket Board (PCB) has announced their Playing XI for the third ODI against South Africa in Johannesburg, which includes the uncapped left-arm spinner Sufiyan Muqeem. Pakistan, who lead the series 2-0 and are looking for a...
Naqvi reasserts Pakistan’s commitment
LAHORE: Chairman of the Pakistan Cricket Board (PCB) Mohsin Naqvi has reiterated the board’s unwavering commitment to hosting the ICC Champions Trophy 2025, which is set to take place in Pakistan during February and March. Naqvi made this stat...
Pakistan wins second ODI by 81 runs against South Africa
CAPETOWN: Excellent bowling display by Pakistani bowlers Shaheen Shah Afridi and Naseem Shah overwhelmed the South African batters who could hit 248 runs in 43.1 overs while chasing an imposing total during the second ODI at the Newlands Cricket Grou...
Shaheen roped in by Fortune Barishal in BPL 2024-25
DHAKA: Pakistan pace bowler Shaheen Shah Afridi has been roped in by Fortune Barishal for the Bangladesh Premier League (BPL) 2024-25. Shaheen will make his BPL debut during the upcoming 11th edition of the tournament, which is scheduled to commence...
Pakistan-SAfrica ODI series trophy unveiled
PAARL: The trophy for the ODI series between Pakistan and South Africa has been unveiled yesterday here at Boland Park. The three-match ODI series will kick off tomorrow at the same venue at 05:00 PM (PST), while the second and third fixtures are sc...
PFB Secy efforts endorsed in BFA executive meeting in Japan
MATSUYAMA: The Baseball Federation of Asia (BFA) recently held its highly anticipated Executive Meeting in Matsuyama, Japan. The gathering brought together top officials and experts from across Asia to discuss the future of baseball in the region and...
Messi’s Inter Miami to face Club America in Las Vegas next month
LAS VEGAS: Argentine football legend Lionel Messi’s Inter Miami CF is set to face Mexico City’s Club America in an exhilarating friendly match next month at the iconic Allegiant Stadium in Las Vegas. This matchup, set to take place on Jan...
Gillespie opens up about decision to step down
LAHORE: Former Australian cricketer Jason Gillespie, in an interview with Australian media, shed light on his decision to step down as Pakistan’s red-ball head coach, attributing it to concerns about his role. Gillespie disclosed that a lack of...
Saudi Arabia confirmed as 2034 World Cup host
RIYADH: Saudi Arabia was confirmed as host of the 2034 World Cup by FIFA yesterday, underlining the Gulf kingdom’s growing influence in world sport. At the same time, a virtual Congress of world football’s governing body confirmed that M...
Rizwan, Shaheen rise as Babar drops in ICC rankings
LAHORE: Pakistan cricket stars Mohammad Rizwan and Shaheen Afridi have climbed higher in the latest ICC T20I rankings, while Babar Azam has slipped in the standings. Wicketkeeper-batter Rizwan rose two places to claim the sixth spot with 713 rating p...
