Author: ساجد عثمانی

The World Cricketers’ Association (WCA) has initiated a pioneering review to address the “broken and unsustainable” global cricket schedule, according to AFP. This ambitious effort, spearheaded by the players’ union—formerly known as FICA—aims to propose a solution that harmonizes the international cricket calendar with domestic leagues, ensuring they can “co-exist in a clear, coherent calendar.” Leading this review are former England and Wales Cricket Board chief executive Tom Harrison and former Pakistan women’s captain Sana Mir, who are part of a six-member panel working alongside independent consultants. Their objective is to gather input from players, administrators, team owners, and broadcasters,…

I extend heartfelt congratulations to all Pakistanis on the success of Arshad Nadeem. I also salute Arshad Nadeem from the bottom of my heart. This success is a moment of joy for patriotic Pakistanis and a setback for those spreading negative propaganda and despair. Arshad Nadeem, who set a world record and won a gold medal for Pakistan in the Olympic javelin throw event by throwing the javelin 92.97 meters (305 feet) despite an injured elbow and knee, is to be celebrated. Arshad Nadeem made himself capable of joining the national sport despite extreme hardships. A laborer’s son was selected…

Pakistan’s star batsman Babar Azam has retained third position in the International Cricket Council’s (ICC) Test batter rankings. New Zealand’s Kane Williamson remains number one in the rankings.  England’s Joe Root is in the second position, said ICC in a latest ranking. Some of players have also changes their positions. Harry Brooke of England moved up three places to 7th, and Zac Crowley moved up three places to 13th. India’s Ravichandran Ashwin remains number one among Test bowlers. England’s James Anderson ended his Test career at number 8 while Shaheen Afridi is at number 9 in the Test bowling rankings.…

Yesterday, Madrid welcomed Kylian Mbappe in a spectacular ceremony, marking a new chapter in football history. A lifelong fan of Cristiano Ronaldo and Real Madrid, Mbappe expressed his joy, recalling dreams of this moment since childhood. The event mirrored Ronaldo’s 2009 arrival, with both stars donning the number 9 shirt and drawing 80,000 fans. Ronaldo’s legacy includes 450 goals, four Champions Trophies, and four Ballon d’Ors, setting a high bar for Mbappe. Today, Madrid is already a powerhouse, with nine semifinal appearances and six Champions League titles in the past twelve years. Mbappe aims to add to this legacy, targeting…