Author: The Team PK

PARIS: Tennis legend Rafael Nadal received a heartwarming farewell at Roland Garros, where he was honored for his historic French Open career. Fans on Court Philippe Chatrier celebrated the ‘King of Clay’ with a vibrant “14 RG, Rafa” display — a tribute to his record 14 titles at the tournament. Now retired at 38, Nadal reflected on two decades of dominance, describing this court as “the most important of my career.” Emotional and nostalgic, Nadal watched a video of his unforgettable moments on the Paris clay. He recalled his 2005 title win after a foot injury nearly ended his dreams…

Lahore, Pakistan – In a heart-stopping PSL 2025 final, Lahore Qalandars emerged victorious for the third time in four seasons, pulling off an unbelievable last-over win against Quetta Gladiators. Chasing a daunting 202, Lahore were on the back foot, needing 57 from just 20 balls when Sikandar Raza and Kusal Perera turned the tide. The Gladiators looked destined to lift their second title, six years after their first, especially after Lahore struggled to build momentum. But Perera’s fiery 62 off just 31 balls, packed with four sixes and five boundaries, coupled with Raza’s explosive 22 off just 7, flipped the…

Anticipation is building as Pakistan prepare to take on arch-rivals India in the Central Asian Volleyball Association (CAVA) Nations League, set to be held in Uzbekistan from May 29 to June 4. Originally scheduled to be hosted in Pakistan, the tournament was shifted after India declined to send its team across the border. Despite the venue change, Pakistan captain Murad Jehan is brimming with confidence.“Our team has some very good professional players and we are confident of defeating India with a big margin,” he told reporters at a press conference at the Pakistan Sports Complex. “We’re looking forward to the…

Lahore Qalandars saved their best for the big moments. In a ruthless display at Gaddafi Stadium, they destroyed Islamabad United by 95 runs in the HBL Pakistan Super League Eliminator 2, sealing their place in Sunday’s final against Quetta Gladiators. The defending champions Islamabad United, once favorites after a strong start to the season, collapsed under pressure, overwhelmed by a clinical Qalandars unit that fired in all departments. After setting a towering target of 203, Lahore’s pacers ripped through United’s batting lineup, bundling them out for just 107 in 15.1 overs. Skipper Shaheen Shah Afridi was at his lethal best,…

KARACHI: In a gripping encounter at the National Bank Stadium on Thursday, Stars edged past Challengers by just six runs in the qualifier of the National Women’s T20 Tournament. With this hard-fought victory, Stars have secured their place in the tournament final, where they will take on Conquerors on Saturday. Opting to bat first after winning the toss, Stars posted 134 for 8 in their allotted 20 overs. The innings was anchored by a match-saving performance from all-rounder Tuba Hassan, who smashed a crucial 35 off just 24 deliveries. Coming in at number six, Tuba played with aggression and composure,…

LAHORE: On a humid summer night at the iconic Gaddafi Stadium, Lahore Qalandars held their nerve and overcame Karachi Kings with a clinical six-wicket win in the HBL Pakistan Super League (PSL) 2025 Eliminator. Despite some sloppy fielding, Lahore’s solid all-round performance secured them a second eliminator showdown against Islamabad United. Opting to bowl first, Lahore’s bowling attack — led by Haris Rauf — restricted Karachi Kings to 190-8. Haris claimed 3 wickets for 35 runs, dismissing key batters at crucial stages. However, it was their fielding that almost let them down, with multiple dropped catches including two costly misses…

The Pakistan Cricket Board (PCB) has made bold and unexpected changes ahead of the upcoming three-match T20 International series against Bangladesh, set to be played in Lahore from May 28 to June 1, 2025. In a surprising move, top players Babar Azam, Mohammad Rizwan, and Shaheen Shah Afridi have been excluded from the squad. This new selection reflects a shift in strategy as Pakistan begins to build a fresh core for the T20 World Cup 2026, which will be hosted jointly by India and Sri Lanka. Stepping into leadership is Salman Ali Agha, who has been named captain of the…

Quetta Gladiators booked their place in the HBL Pakistan Super League (PSL) 2025 final with a commanding 30-run victory over Islamabad United at the Gaddafi Stadium, Lahore. It was a well-rounded performance from the league-topping Gladiators, led by key contributions from Dinesh Chandimal, Faheem Ashraf, and Usman Tariq. Batting first, Quetta posted a strong total of 209-5, recovering from early setbacks thanks to a brilliant 95-run partnership off 40 balls between Chandimal and Faheem. Coming together when Quetta were struggling at 111-5, the pair resurrected the innings. Chandimal remained unbeaten on 49 from 29 balls, featuring four boundaries and three…

LAHORE: Pakistan delivered a resounding statement of intent at the West Asia Baseball Cup 2025 by dismantling long-time rivals India with a thumping 14-1 victory in the semi-final played at Tehran’s Enghelab Stadium on Tuesday. The defending champions entered the semi-final with strong momentum, and from the first pitch, it was clear they were on a mission. With precision pitching, powerful hitting, and tight fielding, Pakistan outclassed India in every aspect of the game. The match was effectively sealed by the mid-innings as Pakistan piled up runs with confidence while India struggled to cope with the pace and aggression. This…

LAHORE: The stakes are sky-high as table-toppers Quetta Gladiators take on defending champions Islamabad United in the first qualifier of HBL Pakistan Super League X at the iconic Gaddafi Stadium on Wednesday. Quetta Gladiators have looked unstoppable this season. Under Saud Shakeel’s calm leadership, they topped the table with 15 points, registering seven wins and just two defeats, while one match was washed out. Their recent form has been nothing short of dominant—winning six of their last seven matches. They also beat United in both league-stage encounters, including a commanding 109-run victory in Rawalpindi after posting a record-equaling 263. Islamabad…