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ISLAMABAD: Pakistan is making history at the 12th edition of the World Games in Chengdu, China, as senior squash players Nasir Iqbal and Noor Zaman step onto the court to represent the country for the very first time in this prestigious global event. READ MORE: Arslan Ash Becomes Six-Time EVO Champion, Bringing Glory to Pakistan Once Again Led by head coach Fahim Gul, the participation of this dynamic duo signals a landmark moment for Pakistan in the international squash arena. It also marks Pakistan’s official debut in the squash category of the World Games, an elite multi-sport event that spotlights…

The Lahore-based icon once again made history by defeating fellow Pakistani star and former teammate Atif Butt in a thrilling final showdown. In a symbolic moment for Tekken fans, Ash used Nina Williams while Butt played as her in-game sister, Anna Williams. EVO’s official X account described the moment as “greatness on another level.” Also Read: PTV Secures ACC Broadcast Rights Amid Market Uncertainty This victory adds to Ash’s impressive career, with previous EVO titles won in both Japan and the United States. After finishing third in 2022, he came back stronger, winning EVO Japan in 2023 and securing his…

Pakistan Television (PTV) has officially announced it has secured the domestic broadcast rights for all Asian Cricket Council (ACC) events from 2025 to 2027, ensuring that cricket fans in Pakistan will be able to watch key tournaments, including the Men’s Asia Cup 2025 and 2027, Women’s Asia Cup 2026, and the U19 and Emerging Asia Cup competitions. The broadcaster shared the news via Instagram, calling it a proud moment for national sports media. Also Read: Hamza Khan Falls Short in Valencia Open Final Against Spain’s Iker Pajares The announcement brings some relief to cricket fans who were facing uncertainty regarding…

The 19-year-old, who made headlines by clinching the World Junior Squash Championship title in 2023, went down in straight games with scores of 8-11, 5-11, 4-11 against his Spanish opponent. READ MORE: Pakistan Seal 13th Spot at U-19 Volleyball World Championship Hamza started strong in the opening game, taking a quick 3-point lead. However, Pajares, 29, responded with five consecutive points and maintained control to close the first game. In the second game, Hamza levelled the score early at 2-2, but Pajares’ superior court control and shot selection allowed him to pull away once again. The third game saw another…

Pakistan’s Under-19 volleyball team delivered a strong statement at the World Championship in Tashkent by defeating host nation Uzbekistan in straight sets to secure 13th place in the 24-nation tournament. The match, played on Sunday, saw Pakistan dominate throughout with commanding set scores of 25-18, 25-19, and 25-18. READ MORE: Pakistan Clinch T20I Series with Thrilling Win Over West Indies The green shirts showcased efficient and tactical gameplay, scoring a total of 75 points. Their performance included 35 points from powerful attacks, eight through solid blocks, and six from sharp serves. Uzbekistan’s 26 unforced errors also contributed to Pakistan’s convincing…

Summer McIntosh ended her stellar World Aquatics Championships campaign in Singapore with a dominant win in the 400m individual medley, securing her fourth individual gold. Clocking 4:25.78, the Canadian teenager finished over seven seconds ahead of silver medalists Jenna Forrester from Australia and Japan’s Mio Narita, underlining her supremacy in the pool. The 18-year-old McIntosh became just the third swimmer in history to win five individual medals at a single world championship, joining swimming legends Michael Phelps and Sarah Sjöström. Although she was visibly disappointed with her bronze in the 800m freestyle, she remained focused, admitting her goal had been…

Pakistan secured a thrilling 13-run victory over the West Indies to clinch the T20 International Series 2-1 in Lauderhill, Florida. After winning the toss and opting to bat, Pakistan’s opening pair, Sahibzada Farhan and Saim Ayub, delivered a dominant performance, putting up a 138-run partnership that set the tone for the match. Farhan was in fine form, smashing 74 off 53 balls, which included five sixes and three boundaries. Ayub supported well with a composed 66 off 49 balls, hitting two sixes and four fours. READ MORE: World Athletics Enforces Gene Test for Female Category The momentum shifted slightly when…

World Athletics has introduced a new regulation requiring all athletes wishing to compete in the elite female category to undergo and pass a one-time genetic test for the SRY gene. This gene, which is present on the Y chromosome, is a scientific marker used to determine biological sex. The test, which can be conducted through either a cheek swab or blood sample, will be overseen by individual member federations. This move will officially come into effect on September 1, ahead of the World Athletics Championships scheduled for September 13–21 in Tokyo. Also, Check: German Olympian Laura Dahlmeier Dies on Laila…

German mountaineer and Olympic biathlon champion Laura Dahlmeier has been confirmed dead after going missing during an attempt to summit Laila Peak in Gilgit-Baltistan. The 30-year-old athlete was climbing in alpine style with her fellow German partner, Marina Eva, when she was fatally struck by a rock at approximately 5,700 meters. Despite being injured, Dahlmeier managed to contact Eva, who was further down the mountain, but worsening weather conditions and inaccessible terrain made any rescue attempt nearly impossible. Also, Check: Leon Marchand Breaks 200m IM World Record in Singapore A swift operation was launched involving the Pakistan Army Aviation helicopters…

Leon Marchand stole the spotlight on day four of the World Aquatics Championships in Singapore, smashing the 200m individual medley world record and proving once again why he’s being called the “French Phelps.” Also Check: Zverev, Gauff Cruise Into Canadian Open Round 3 Clocking an astonishing 1:52.69 in the semi-final, Marchand sliced more than 1.3 seconds off Ryan Lochte’s long-standing 2011 record of 1:54.00. His swim left the crowd stunned and re-established him as the top all-round swimmer in the world. “I actually can’t really believe it right now,” Marchand said after the race. “I felt good today and knew…