Author: The Team PK

The future of international hockey tournaments in India and Pakistan hangs in the balance as the International Hockey Federation (FIH) and the Asian Hockey Federation (AHF) are considering barring both countries from hosting events unless their governments ensure smooth sporting relations. A source told Dawn that the matter gained urgency after Pakistan pulled out of the Asia Cup, held from Aug 29 to Sept 7 in Rajgir, India, which also doubled as a World Cup qualifier. The withdrawal followed heightened political tensions after a brief military clash in May. Also Read: Djokovic Sets Up US Open Semi-Final Clash with Alcaraz…

Novak Djokovic moved one step closer to making history at the US Open as he defeated America’s Taylor Fritz 6-3, 7-5, 3-6, 6-4 in a gripping quarter-final on Tuesday. The 38-year-old Serbian, chasing a record-breaking 25th Grand Slam singles title, showed resilience and experience to end Fritz’s dream of becoming the first American man since 2003 to win a major. Djokovic’s victory sets up a blockbuster semi-final against Spanish sensation Carlos Alcaraz, promising one of the most anticipated clashes of the tournament. Also Read: Afghanistan Triumphs Over Pakistan with Disciplined All-Round Display in Sharjah The match at Arthur Ashe Stadium…

Afghanistan stunned Pakistan with a complete performance in Sharjah to secure an 18-run win in the tri-nation Twenty20 International series. The victory, built on a powerful batting partnership and disciplined bowling, was Afghanistan’s second consecutive triumph, coming just a day after they defeated the United Arab Emirates. This result left both Afghanistan and Pakistan with two wins from three games, keeping the series wide open. Also Read: US Open: Naomi Osaka and Felix Auger-Aliassime Shine as Underdogs Steal the Spotlight Batting first, Afghanistan recovered quickly after losing opener Rahmanullah Gurbaz early for just eight runs. The spotlight then shifted to…

Labour Day Monday at the US Open belonged to the underdogs, as Naomi Osaka and Felix Auger-Aliassime lit up Arthur Ashe Stadium with commanding victories that reignited their Grand Slam journeys. Both players, once considered rising stars, rediscovered their best form to return to the quarter-finals after years of setbacks. Also Check: Asif Ali Bids Farewell to International Cricket After Memorable Career Naomi Osaka, a four-time Grand Slam champion, played with the power and composure that once made her the most feared name in women’s tennis. Facing third seed Coco Gauff, the Japanese star dismantled her opponent 6-3, 6-2 in…

Pakistan’s middle-order batter Asif Ali has announced his retirement from international cricket, closing the chapter on a career defined by power-hitting, resilience, and unforgettable moments in green. The 33-year-old, who featured in 21 ODIs and 58 T20Is for Pakistan, shared the news through a heartfelt social media post on Monday, calling it the “greatest honour” of his life to represent his country. Also Check: Alcaraz, Djokovic, and Sabalenka Cruise Into US Open Quarter-Finals “Wearing the Pakistan jersey has been the greatest honour of my life and serving my country on the cricket field has been my proudest chapter,” Asif wrote,…

NEW YORK: The US Open entered a thrilling stage on Sunday as Carlos Alcaraz, Novak Djokovic, and Aryna Sabalenka all powered into the quarter-finals with commanding performances at Flushing Meadows. Also Check: Hasan Nawaz Hails Pakistan’s Young Squad as “Best T20 Team” After Back-to-Back Wins Spanish star and second seed Alcaraz, the reigning Wimbledon champion, remained flawless in his campaign, dismissing France’s Arthur Rinderknech in straight sets 7-6 (7/3), 6-3, 6-4 on Arthur Ashe Stadium. The 22-year-old has yet to drop a set at this year’s tournament and credits New York’s unique energy for his form. “I think my style…

SHARJAH: Emerging Pakistan batter Hasan Nawaz has expressed full confidence in the country’s youthful T20 side, calling it the “best T20 team” after their back-to-back victories in the ongoing tri-series in the UAE. The tournament, serving as a warm-up ahead of the Asia Cup starting September 9, has already seen Pakistan dominate Afghanistan and UAE in emphatic fashion. Also Check: Djokovic Makes History as Shelton’s US Open Ends in Tears The series opener against Afghanistan highlighted Pakistan’s depth as seasoned pacer Haris Rauf and captain Salman Ali Agha delivered a convincing 39-run win. Building on that momentum, the next clash…

The drama of the US Open intensified on Friday as the tournament witnessed both heartbreak and history. Rising American star Ben Shelton saw his campaign end in tears after withdrawing mid-match due to a severe shoulder injury, while Novak Djokovic overcame his own physical struggles to advance and etch his name into the record books. Also Read: Salman, Haris Shine as Pakistan Beat Afghanistan in Tri-Series Opener Shelton, the sixth seed and recent Canadian Open champion, was engaged in an enthralling contest against French veteran Adrian Mannarino on Louis Armstrong Stadium. The young American started brightly but faltered as discomfort…

Pakistan kicked off their Twenty20 International tri-series campaign in Sharjah with a convincing 39-run victory over Afghanistan on Friday, thanks to skipper Salman Agha’s composed half-century and a fiery spell from fast bowler Haris Rauf. Also Read: Iga Swiatek Advances to US Open Third Round After Hard-Fought Win Over Suzan Lamens Batting first in front of a capacity crowd of 16,000, Pakistan posted a strong total of 182-7 in 20 overs. Right-handed Salman anchored the innings superbly with an unbeaten 36-ball 53 that featured three sixes and as many boundaries. His knock, a blend of patience and calculated aggression, proved…

Iga Swiatek survived a tense second-set scare to defeat the Netherlands’ Suzan Lamens 6-1, 4-6, 6-4 on Thursday, advancing to the third round of the US Open at Arthur Ashe Stadium. The 2022 champion showed resilience to recover from mid-match errors and maintain her position as one of the tournament’s top contenders. Also Read: Afghanistan Focuses on Effort, Not Targets, Ahead of Sharjah T20 Tri-Series Swiatek, the second seed, has enjoyed a stellar season, claiming her sixth Grand Slam title at Wimbledon and winning the Cincinnati Open ahead of Flushing Meadows. The Pole’s performance against Lamens was a reminder of…