Author: Sophia Siddiqui

Pakistan will aim to seal their three-match ODI series against South Africa in the second game at Iqbal Stadium, Faisalabad, on Thursday, following a tense two-wicket victory in the series opener. Chasing 264, the hosts managed to cross the finish line with only a couple of balls remaining on a pitch that increasingly assisted spinners in the later stages. Also Read: Arshad Nadeem to Compete with Coach Amid AFP Ban Pakistan, led by Shaheen Shah Afridi, elected to field first, facing a challenging start as South African openers dominated early, reaching 98 without loss. The tourists were 191-3 in 33…

Arshad Nadeem, Pakistan’s celebrated javelin thrower, will travel with his coach Salman Butt to the upcoming Islamic Solidarity Games next week, despite Butt being handed a lifetime ban by the Athletics Federation of Pakistan (AFP). The ban, imposed on October 12, bars Salman from participating in any athletics-related activity at national or international levels, whether as a coach, athlete, official, or office bearer. Also Read: Liverpool Edge Real Madrid in Champions League Thriller AFP cited “gross violations of the AFP Constitution” as the reason behind the ban, particularly pointing to what it described as “illegal and unconstitutional” elections held by…

Liverpool manager Arne Slot praised both the quality of the opposition and the energy of the Anfield crowd for inspiring his team’s memorable Champions League win. The Reds handed LaLiga leaders Real Madrid their first defeat of the season in Europe’s top competition, showcasing determination and tactical discipline. Also Read: Pakistan to Host ATP Challenger Cup for the First Time — A Milestone for National Tennis “Impressive because we played against an incredible side, a team that’s been on an unbelievable run of form,” Slot said after the match. “If you can win against them and perform how we have,…

ISLAMABAD: Pakistan Tennis Federation (PTF) President Aisam-ul-Haq announced that Pakistan will host its first-ever ATP Challenger Cup from November 24 to 30, marking a major breakthrough for the country’s tennis landscape. Also Read: Shaheen Afridi Leads Pakistan as International Cricket Returns to Faisalabad Speaking at a press conference on Tuesday, Aisam-ul-Haq described the event as a “dream come true” for Pakistan. He shared that the ATP Challenger tournament, featuring top international players, will carry a prize purse of $50,000. “This is a huge step forward for our players, fans, and the entire sporting community,” Aisam said. “We are committed to…

Cricket returned to Faisalabad’s Iqbal Stadium after 17 years as Pakistan, led by newly-appointed captain Shaheen Shah Afridi, faced South Africa in the first ODI of a three-match series on Tuesday. The city last hosted an international game in 2008, and the atmosphere was electric as fans filled the stands to witness the long-awaited comeback of international cricket. Also Read: David Beckham Knighted by King Charles at Windsor Castle Pakistan won the toss and chose to field first, marking a symbolic moment for both Shaheen and the historic venue. The stadium’s recent upgrades have brought it back to international standards…

David Beckham, known for his admiration of the royal family, attended the ceremony dressed in a suit designed by his wife, Victoria Beckham, the renowned fashion designer and former Spice Girls member. During the ceremony, King Charles and Beckham shared a warm exchange filled with smiles and laughter — a moment Beckham described as “incredibly special.” Also Read: India’s Women Cricketers Make History with First-Ever World Cup Win Speaking to reporters afterward, David Beckham said he cried upon learning of the knighthood, calling it “a big moment for our family.” He joked that he wouldn’t mind being called “Sir Dad”…

India erupted in celebration on Sunday night as the women’s cricket team clinched their maiden World Cup title with a commanding 52-run victory over South Africa at Navi Mumbai’s DY Patil Stadium. In front of 40,000 ecstatic fans, the triumph marked the end of decades of heartbreak, following close defeats in the 2005 and 2017 finals. Also Read: Jemimah Rodrigues Leads India to Historic World Cup Final Prime Minister Narendra Modi led the tributes, describing the win as “historic” and praising the players for their unity and perseverance. “The team showed exceptional teamwork and tenacity throughout the tournament,” he wrote…

The Pakistan Sports Board (PSB) has announced strict bans against several athletes and officials of the Pakistan Weightlifting Federation (PWF) after conclusive anti-doping violations were confirmed by the World Anti-Doping Agency (WADA) and the International Testing Agency (ITA) under the joint investigation known as ‘Operation JASMINE.’ Also Read: Jemimah Rodrigues Leads India to Historic World  pakistan Those banned include weightlifters Sharjeel Butt, Abdul Rehman, Ghulam Mustafa, and Farhan Majeed, along with former PWF president Hafiz Imran Butt and coaches Irfan Butt and Waqas Akbar. The PSB stated that these individuals have been disqualified from participating in any sports-related activities. While…

India’s women’s cricket team scripted history with a sensational World Cup semi-final victory over Australia, described as the greatest day in the nation’s women’s cricket journey. Jemimah Rodrigues stood tall as the hero of the night, smashing an unbeaten 127 to guide India in chasing down a massive 339-run target in Mumbai. The thrilling win secured India’s place in the final against South Africa, with both teams eyeing their first-ever World Cup title. Also Read: Pakistan Seek Redemption Against South Africa in Second T20I The victory was one of grit, belief, and redemption. India, who entered the knockout stage after…

Pakistan will look to revive their form and confidence when they take on a high-flying South Africa in the second Twenty20 International of the three-match series at Lahore’s Gaddafi Stadium on Friday night. The hosts, struggling across departments, face a must-win situation after losing the opening match by 55 runs in Rawalpindi. Also Read: Pakistan Wins Silver at Asian Youth Volleyball Final The first game exposed several flaws in Pakistan’s setup, particularly in the batting lineup. Chasing a target of 195, Pakistan crumbled for just 139, with no batter able to play a commanding innings. The team’s top and middle…