Author: The Team PK

Just months after being overlooked in the HBL PSL draft, Sahibzada Farhan delivered a career-defining performance for Islamabad United, smashing a brutal 106 off just 52 balls to lead his team to a thumping 102-run win over Peshawar Zalmi at Rawalpindi Cricket Stadium. The 29-year-old opener, who had gone unpicked earlier this season, made a resounding statement by building on the form that saw him score three centuries in the National T20 Cup. Islamabad United gave him a second chance — and Farhan didn’t waste it. Opening the innings, Farhan tore into the Zalmi attack, hammering 13 boundaries and five…

Pakistan’s squash talent shined brightly in Melbourne as sisters Mehwish, Sehrish, and Mahnoor Ali cruised into the semi-finals of the Australian Junior Open 2025, dominating their respective categories with straight-set wins. Top seed Mehwish Ali continued her title defense in the U-17 category with a commanding victory over Hong Kong’s Maeghan Wang, winning 11-6, 11-3, 11-2. She now prepares to face Australian Tina Ma, the reigning U-15 champion, in what promises to be a high-stakes semi-final. In the U-15 category, second seed Sehrish Ali made quick work of Chelsea Paule, defeating her 11-2, 11-3, 11-1. Sehrish will now go up…

Marc Marquez proved once again why he’s the man to beat this season, winning the Qatar MotoGP on Sunday after surviving a dramatic first-lap collision with his brother, Alex Marquez. The victory marked Marc’s seventh win in eight races and his third Sunday main race victory in just four weekends — an emphatic statement of form and focus. The drama kicked off right from the start. Marc began from pole, with Alex lining up beside him. As the two brothers approached Turn 2, Alex braked too late and rammed into the back of Marc’s Ducati. Both riders lost valuable time,…

Pakistan Women’s cricket team delivered another clinical performance to secure their third straight win in the ICC Women’s World Cup 2025 Qualifiers, defeating the West Indies by 65 runs in Lahore. This victory, built on the back of tight spin bowling and a composed innings by opener Sidra Amin, has placed Pakistan at the top of the points table and one step closer to World Cup qualification. Batting first after winning the toss at Gaddafi Stadium, Pakistan posted a total of 191. Despite early trouble, Sidra Amin anchored the innings with a well-compiled 54 off 86 balls, marking her 10th…

In a powerful move to support inclusivity and protect the future of Afghan women’s cricket, the International Cricket Council (ICC) has announced the formation of a dedicated task force to assist displaced Afghan women cricketers. The initiative, revealed on Sunday, includes the establishment of a special fund aimed at delivering direct monetary assistance. This financial aid will ensure that these women have the resources needed to continue pursuing their cricketing dreams despite political and social challenges that have forced them out of their home country. But the support doesn’t end with money. The ICC also announced the launch of a…

In a crucial ICC Women’s World Cup 2025 Qualifier clash at Lahore’s Gaddafi Stadium, Pakistan were bowled out for a below-par 191 against the West Indies in their third group-stage encounter. Electing to bat first in their first day-night fixture of the tournament, the home side struggled to gain momentum on a pitch that offered spin and variable bounce from the very first ball. The innings got off to a shaky start when debutant Gull Feroza fell early, edging behind to West Indies skipper Hayley Matthews with the score on just six. Matthews immediately made use of the conditions, generating…

Liverpool forward Mohamed Salah has officially signed a two-year contract extension, ending months of speculation and confirming his commitment to the Anfield club until 2027. The 32-year-old Egyptian, who joined from AS Roma in 2017, was set to become a free agent this summer. Now, with this new deal, Salah extends a legendary career with Liverpool — one that already includes 243 goals in 394 appearances, making him the club’s third-highest goalscorer of all time. “I’m very excited. I signed because I think we have a chance to win more trophies and enjoy my football,” Salah said. “It’s great —…

The HBL Pakistan Super League (PSL) marked its tenth edition — dubbed PSL X — with a dazzling opening ceremony at Rawalpindi Cricket Stadium on Thursday. The night came alive with performances by music legends and rising stars including Abida Parveen, Ali Zafar, Natasha Baig, and rap sensations Young Stunners. The opening match saw Islamabad United face off against Lahore Qalandars at 8:30pm, kicking off a high-octane tournament that spans across four cities and runs until May 18. While the fireworks and music set the mood for celebration, this year’s PSL arrives under heavy clouds — both literal and metaphorical.…

Pakistan’s medal hopes at the Under-23 World Squash Championships stayed alive on Tuesday, thanks to a dominant performance by Noor Zaman, who cruised into the semi-finals with a clinical 3-0 win over France’s Melvil Scianimanico at Karachi’s Creek Club. Noor, the second seed, was calm under pressure as he faced a strong opponent in Scianimanico, a former European Junior Championship runner-up. Noor held his nerve in the tight second game and maintained his momentum to close out the match. “Squash is a lot about patience, and I think I had that all the way through,” Noor told the crowd after…

Pakistan Women began their ICC Women’s World Cup 2025 Qualifier campaign on a winning note, securing a gritty 38-run victory over Ireland in a low-scoring thriller on Wednesday at Lahore’s Gaddafi Stadium. Electing to bat first on a scorching 39°C day, Pakistan were bowled out for 217 in the 49th over. Aliya Riaz played a crucial knock, scoring a quick 52 off 58 balls, which included four boundaries and a six. Sidra Amin added a patient 50 from 110 deliveries, anchoring the innings after an early wobble. Despite being comfortably placed at 153-3 at one stage, Pakistan lost momentum and…