Pakistan’s Asim Khan, Noor Zaman to compete in Cape Town Open
Noor Zaman (lef) and Asim Khan to compete in Cape Town Open. — Geo News/File Pakistan’s squash players Asim Khan and Noor Zaman are set to compete in Cape Town Open, slated to be held from November 26 to 30. The upcoming tournament, part of the Professional Squash Association (PSA) Copper event, features prize pool […]
Kylian Mbappe says he’s beginning to click with Real Madrid teammates
Real Madrid’s Kylian Mbappe celebrates scoring his first goal for his club with Vinicius Junior during La Liga match against Leganes at Estadio Municipal de Butarque, Leganes, Spain on November 24, 2024. — Reuters French football star Kylian Mbappe believes he is finally getting up to speed with his Real Madrid teammates after scoring in a […]
Zimbabwe trump Pakistan by 80 runs through DLS method
Pakistan cricket team players pictured in action against Zimbabwe on November 24, 2024 at Bulawayo, Zimbabwe. — Facebook/PCB Pakistan won toss, elected to field first. Green Shirts bundled out Zimbabwe in 40.2 overs. Hosts lead three-match ODI series by 1-0. Zimbabwe defeated Pakistan through the Duckworth-Lewis (DLS) method by 80 runs in the first one-day international […]
Murray to join Djokovic’s coaching team ahead of Australian Open
Andy Murray of Britain (L) looks on as Novak Djokovic delivers a speech after the final of French Open Men’s Singles Final match in Paris, France on June 5, 2016. — Reuters Retired tennis great Andy Murray has agreed to join Novak Djokovic’s team and will coach him at the Australian Open next year, the […]
Quaid-e-Azam Trophy to be paused for Champions T20 Cup
An undated picture of Quaid-e-Azam Trophy. — PCB/File LAHORE: The Pakistan Cricket Board (PCB) has decided to defer triangular stage of the premier first-class tournament, Quaid-e-Azam Trophy (QEAT) 2024-25, to accommodate the newly-introduced Champions T20 Cup. The T20 tournament, a part of the Champions tournaments, introduced by the cricket board earlier this year, will run […]
Azhar Ali appointed PCB’s Head of Youth Development
Former captain Azhar Ali posing for a picture on February 18, 2024. —Facebook/ @azharali199 Former captain Azhar Ali has been appointed as the Pakistan Cricket Board (PCB)’s Head of Youth Development, following a recruitment process. This role will be an extension of Azhar’s existing responsibilities, as he also serves as a member of the Men’s […]
Messi to return to Barcelona for its 125th anniversary
Lionel Messi pictured during the warm-up before the match between Angers and Paris St Germain at the Stade Raymond Kopa, Angers, France on April 21, 2023. — Reuters Argentina’s Lionel Messi is set to return to legendary club FC Barcelona by attending the 125th anniversary gala celebrations, as per Radio Catalunya’s Barca Reservat. The famed footballer […]
Argentina’s Messi expected to play international match in India next year
Argentina’s Lionel Messi reacts against Peru during the South American Qualifiers for the World Cup at Estadio Mas Monumental, Buenos Aires, Argentina on November 19, 2024. — Reuters Argentina’s national team, including legendary footballer Lionel Messi, is expected to play an international match in India’s Kerala State next year, Sports Minister V Abdurahiman said on Wednesday. […]
With ICC in a fix, Champions Trophy schedule ‘likely to be delayed’
An undated image of ICC office building. — Reuters/File PCB stands firm on its decision against accepting hybrid model. Broadcasters refuse to accept schedule without Pak-India match. ICC trying to solve issue before Jay Shah takes charge as chairman. LAHORE: The ambiguity surrounding the International Cricket Council’s (ICC) Champions Trophy 2025 is expected to linger […]
India pull out of Blind T20 World Cup 2024 in Pakistan
Indian blind cricket team. — Facebook/Cricket Association for the Blind in India The Indian blind cricket team has withdrawn from the upcoming T20 World Cup 2024, scheduled to be held in Pakistan, after its Ministry of External Affairs (MEA) denied permission to cross the border, Indian media reported on Tuesday. Shailendra Yadav, General Secretary of […]