KARACHI: Pakistan’s young squash players Noor Zaman and Ashab Irfan reached the quarterfinals of the Nash Cup, a $31,250 PSA World Tour Copper event, being played in London, Ontario, Canada. Zaman, seeded fifth, produced a strong performance in the round of 16, beating Argentina’s Jeremias Azana 3-1. After taking the opening game 11-6, Zaman dropped […]
Pakistani batter Asif Ali announces retirement from international cricket
Right-handed Pakistani batter Asif Ali announced retirement from international cricket on Monday, saying wearing the Pakistani jersey was a “proudest chapter” of his life. Ali, 34, shared his retirement news on his Instagram handle, saying: “Today, I announce my retirement from international cricket.” The middle-order batsman wrote: “Wearing the Pakistan jersey has been the […]
ACC announces revised timings for Asia Cup 2025 encounters
The Asian Cricket Council (ACC) on Saturday revised the timings of Asia Cup 2025 matches to provide smoother conditions for players and fans, citing possible weather disruptions as a key factor. According to the ACC, the matches will now begin at 6:30pm UAE time, which corresponds to 7:30pm Pakistan time. This marked a shift from […]
Pakistan cricketer Shadab Khan blessed with baby girl
Pakistan all-rounder Shadab Khan on Saturday announced the birth of his first child, a daughter, sharing photos with the news. Sharing the news on Instagram and X, the 26-year-old expressed gratitude, saying he was “grateful beyond words for this blessing” and asked fans to remember his family in their prayers. Shadab tied the knot with […]
Pakistani tigers shine in Malaysia with four Taekwondo medals
Pakistan’s youngest taekwondo champion Ayesha Ayaz receives her medal. — APP Pakistan’s three young athletes from Swat created history by winning four medals at the MBW International Taekwondo Championship 2025 in Malaysia, an event that drew over 4,200 athletes from 32 countries, raising the national flag high on the global stage. Ayesha Ayaz, celebrated as Pakistan’s […]
Ronaldo becomes first player to score 100 goals for four different clubs
Al Nassr’s Cristiano Ronaldo celebrates after scoring during the penalty shootout on August 23, 2025. — Reuters Al-Ahli beat Al-Nassr 5–3 on penalties to win the Saudi Super Cup final in Hong Kong after a dramatic 2–2 draw on Saturday as Cristiano Ronaldo netted his 100th goal for the losing side. Portugal forward Ronaldo, 40, […]
Pakistani runners shine at Seychelles nature trail challenge 2025
Pakistani journalist Raja Mohsin Ejaz (left) and Geo’s Deputy Sports Editor Faizan Lakhani (centre), along with other male and female participants, pose for a picture during the Seychelles Nature Trail Challenge 2025 at Mahé Island, Seychelles, on August 24, 2025. — Reporter Pakistani athletes made a strong impression at the Seychelles Nature Trail Challenge 2025 […]