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Asian Cricket Council (ACC) chief Mohsin Naqvi has strongly condemned Indian Prime Minister Narendra Modi’s attempt to politicise India’s Asia Cup final victory over Pakistan. The controversy erupted when Modi took to X after India’s five-wicket win, likening the cricket triumph to “Operation Sindoor,” a military campaign waged against Pakistan during their brief conflict in May. In his post, Modi declared: “#OperationSindoor on the games field. Outcome is the same — India wins! Congrats to our cricketers.” Also Read: England All-Rounder Chris Woakes Announces Retirement from International Cricket Naqvi swiftly responded, criticising Modi for dragging war into the realm of…

England all-rounder Chris Woakes has officially announced his retirement from international cricket, bringing down the curtain on a distinguished 15-year career. The 36-year-old Warwickshire star made his decision public on Monday through posts on Instagram and X, shortly after England signaled that he was no longer in their long-term plans. Also Read: India vs Pakistan: A Rivalry That Refuses to Fade Woakes’s final appearance came last month in a dramatic Test match against India at The Oval, where he courageously walked out to bat with his arm in a sling after dislocating his shoulder while fielding. Though he did not…

The India–Pakistan cricket rivalry has often been downplayed by officials and politicians, with claims that it is “just another match.” But the Asia Cup 2025 final at the Dubai International Cricket Stadium once again proved that this fixture is still very much a rivalry — one that grips millions on both sides of the border, carries heavy political undertones, and evokes raw emotions in the stadium, on the pitch, and across living rooms worldwide. Also Read: Asia Cup 2025 Final Ends in Controversy as India Refuses Trophy from Mohsin Naqvi The stadium was filled to capacity, buzzing with anticipation. Every…

The 2025 Asia Cup men’s cricket final ended not just with high drama on the field, but also with unprecedented controversy off it, as the Indian team refused to collect the winners’ trophy from Asian Cricket Council (ACC) chief and Pakistan Interior Minister, Mohsin Naqvi. Also Read: AFP Seeks Clarification from Salman Butt on Arshad Nadeem’s Decline in Performance India secured a record-extending ninth Asia Cup title after a tense five-wicket win over Pakistan in the final, chasing down the target in the last over. However, the celebrations were overshadowed when skipper Suryakumar Yadav and his team declined to take…

The Athletics Federation of Pakistan (AFP) has formally written to Salman Butt, coach of Olympic champion javelin thrower Arshad Nadeem, seeking explanations regarding the athlete’s recent dip in performance, particularly his disappointing 10th-place finish at the World Athletics Championship in Tokyo. This comes as a stark contrast to the 28-year-old’s glorious achievement at the 2024 Paris Olympics, where he made history by securing a gold medal with a record-breaking 92.97-meter throw, bringing immense pride to the nation. Also Read: Bangladesh Defeat Pakistan 2-0 to Reach SAFF U-17 Final According to details, the AFP’s letter, a copy of which has been…

Pakistan’s run in the SAFF Under-17 Championship came to an abrupt end in Colombo on Thursday, as Bangladesh secured a decisive 2-0 victory in the semi-final. The contest was effectively settled within the opening minutes, leaving Pakistan with no way back into the match. Also Read: ICC Reviews PCB Complaint Against Suryakumar Yadav Over Asia Cup Remarks Bangladesh began the encounter with intensity and precision, immediately putting Pakistan under pressure. Nazmul Huda opened the scoring in the third minute, capitalizing on a defensive lapse to give his side the lead. Barely a minute later, Mohammad Rahman doubled the advantage with…

India skipper Suryakumar Yadav has found himself at the center of a brewing controversy after the International Cricket Council (ICC) confirmed it is reviewing a complaint lodged by the Pakistan Cricket Board (PCB) regarding remarks he made following India’s Asia Cup group-stage victory over Pakistan on September 14. According to Hindustan Times, the ICC may proceed with a formal hearing after acknowledging the PCB’s submission. Also Read: Vinicius Shines as Mbappe Brace Secures Real Madrid’s 4-1 Win Over Levante The PCB’s complaint stems from Yadav’s post-match comments, in which he dedicated India’s win to the “families of the victims of…

Real Madrid continued their flawless start to the season with a commanding 4-1 victory over Levante on Tuesday night in Valencia, with Vinicius Jr leading the charge in the first half and Kylian Mbappe sealing the result with a clinical brace after the break. The win kept Madrid at the top of the table with 18 points from six games, five clear of reigning champions Barcelona, who still have a game in hand. Levante, meanwhile, remain in 16th with only four points, facing early struggles in the campaign. Also Read: French Police Arrest 101 Roma Fans in Nice Ahead of…

French police arrested 101 Roma supporters in Nice on Tuesday, just a day before the Italian club’s Europa League group stage clash. According to the local prefecture, the arrests were made after authorities discovered that several of the fans were carrying weapons, including sticks, shovels, and knuckle dusters, while roaming around the city center of the French Riviera. Also Read: ICC Suspends USA Cricket Over Governance Failures Law enforcement officials confirmed that more than 200 security personnel, including two mobile units, had been deployed since Monday evening in anticipation of potential disorder. The heightened security presence led to the detention…

The International Cricket Council (ICC) has suspended USA Cricket’s membership with immediate effect, citing repeated breaches of its obligations under the ICC constitution. While the suspension halts the country’s official membership status, the ICC confirmed that the United States’ national teams will still be allowed to compete in upcoming international events, including preparations for the 2028 Los Angeles Olympics. Also Read: Ousmane Dembele and Aitana Bonmati Crowned Ballon d’Or Winners in Paris In its statement, the ICC Board highlighted several key reasons behind the decision. These included USA Cricket’s failure to implement a functional governance structure, a lack of progress…