Author: The Team PK

US President Donald Trump has announced a special fast-track visa system for ticket holders traveling to the United States for the 2026 FIFA World Cup, a move aimed at easing concerns that his strict border policies could complicate the fan experience. The announcement was made in the Oval Office alongside FIFA president Gianni Infantino, who called the new “FIFA Pass” an important step toward ensuring smoother travel for millions of visitors expected next year. Also Read: Will Pakistan’s All-Rounder-Heavy Strategy Deliver in the Upcoming T20 Tri-Series? The concept is simple: anyone who has purchased a World Cup ticket will be…

Pakistan will continue trusting their all-rounder-driven strategy as they enter the T20 tri-series featuring Sri Lanka and Zimbabwe, set to begin on Tuesday at the Rawalpindi Cricket Stadium. The tournament opener between Pakistan and Zimbabwe will give the hosts their first chance to test a combination that has sparked debate for months. Although widely criticised for overlooking specialist batters and bowlers, the approach remains central to head coach Mike Hesson’s white-ball philosophy since he took charge in May. Also Read: Pakistan Opt to Bowl in Second ODI as Shaheen Afridi Sits Out Amid Post-Crisis Reset For captain Salman Ali Agha,…

Pakistan entered the second One-day International in Rawalpindi with a changed line-up and renewed focus, as captain Shaheen Shah Afridi was ruled out due to flu. Stand-in skipper Salman Ali Agha confirmed at the toss that Pakistan had opted to bowl first, adding that fast bowler Mohammad Wasim Junior would replace Shaheen, while spinner Abrar Ahmed had returned to the XI in place of all-rounder Faheem Ashraf. Also Read: Pakistan and Sri Lanka Refocus on Cricket After Security Scare Ahead of Second ODI in Rawalpindi The adjustments marked the beginning of a long-awaited shift back to cricket after nearly two…

Cricket finally returns to the forefront in Rawalpindi as Pakistan and Sri Lanka prepare for the second One-day International on Friday, following a turbulent stretch of off-field uncertainty that threatened to overshadow the series. What was meant to be a routine match week turned into two days of intense concern and negotiation after a terror attack in Islamabad on Tuesday raised alarms within the Sri Lankan contingent and cast doubt on the continuation of their tour. Also Read: Pakistan Cruises Past Bangladesh 8-2 in Play-Off Series Opener The match, originally scheduled for Thursday, was postponed after reports emerged suggesting several…

Afraz and Nadeem Ahmed starred for Pakistan, scoring twice each, while Ammad Butt, Ghazanfar Ali, Waheed Ashraf Rana, and Hannan Shahid also added goals. Hozifa Hossain and Amirul Islam scored for Bangladesh. Also Read: Sri Lanka Cricket Team Stays in Pakistan After Islamabad Blast, Security Assured by COAS Bangladesh started brightly, thwarting three early Pakistan moves within the opening minute. However, the visitors took the lead in the fourth minute when captain Ammad Butt converted a penalty stroke. The goal was followed by a setback for Bangladesh as goalkeeper Roman Sarkar sustained a head injury during the penalty and had…

ISLAMABAD: Sri Lanka cricket team will continue its ongoing tour of Pakistan following Tuesday’s deadly suicide bombing in Islamabad, Interior Minister Mohsin Naqvi confirmed on Thursday. The tour had faced uncertainty after reports suggested some players were considering returning home due to safety concerns. Also Read: Pakistan Prepares for Tough ODI Series Against Sri Lanka Speaking in the Senate, Naqvi revealed that Chief of Army Staff Field Marshal Asim Munir personally facilitated talks with Sri Lanka, including conversations with the visiting team’s defence minister and secretary, to ensure the team felt secure. “Our field marshal himself spoke to their defence…

RAWALPINDI: Pakistan is set to face Sri Lanka in a three-match One-day International series at the Rawalpindi Cricket Stadium, following their 2-1 series win over South Africa. The series begins on Tuesday, with the remaining matches scheduled for Thursday and Saturday. Also Read: Mexican President Gives Fifa World Cup Opening Ticket to Young Fan The previous series marked a strong start for Shaheen Shah Afridi as Pakistan’s new ODI captain, replacing Mohammad Rizwan last month. While the South African side Pakistan defeated was missing key players, Sri Lanka arrives in Rawalpindi with a full-strength squad and impressive recent form, having…

Mexican President Claudia Sheinbaum announced on Monday that she will skip the opening match of the 2026 World Cup in Mexico City, instead giving her premium ticket to a young female fan who could not otherwise afford to attend. Also Read: Shaheen Afridi Takes Over ODI Captaincy from Rizwan “I’ve made a decision. I’m going to give my ticket to the opening ceremony to a girl or young woman who doesn’t have the opportunity to attend and who loves football,” Sheinbaum said at a press conference. Sheinbaum had previously confirmed during FIFA President Gianni Infantino’s visit in August that she…

Former Pakistan ODI captain Mohammad Rizwan voluntarily stepped aside to allow Shaheen Shah Afridi to assume the leadership role, the pace spearhead revealed on Monday ahead of Pakistan’s three-match ODI series against Sri Lanka in Rawalpindi. Also Read: Pakistan Triumphs in Hong Kong Sixes Final Shaheen’s appointment as captain last month came as a surprise to many, especially since Rizwan had only led Pakistan in five ODI series and an ICC Champions Trophy campaign. While Rizwan struggled during the Champions Trophy, he previously guided Pakistan to notable series victories in Australia and South Africa last year and against the West…

Pakistan secured their sixth Hong Kong Sixes title on Sunday, defeating Kuwait by 43 runs in a thrilling final at the Tin Kwong Road Recreation Ground in Kowloon, Hong Kong. Also Read: Pakistan Aim to Seal Series Against South Africa Batting first, Pakistan posted 135-3 in six overs, powered by explosive hitting from skipper Abbas Afridi, who scored 52 off just 11 balls, including seven sixes and four fours. Opener Abdul Samad contributed 42 runs off 13 balls, while Khawaja Nafay added 22 from six deliveries, smashing two fours and as many sixes. Meet Bhavsar claimed three wickets for Kuwait,…