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  • August 18, 2025
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    Solano takes charge as Pakistan head coach, vows to build competitive football culture

    KARACHI: Newcastle United cult hero Nolberto Solano officially arrived in Pakistan on Saturday, receiving a warm welcome at the Pakistan Football Federation (PFF) headquarters in Lahore as he assumed charge as head coach of the national senior and under-23 teams. Also Read: Pakistan omit Babar Azam, Rizwan from Asia Cup T20 squad The former Peruvian wing wizard, who thrilled fans during his Premier League career, carries a rich coaching pedigree. His standout achievement came in 2018 when, as assistant coach, he helped guide Peru to their first FIFA World Cup finals in 36 years. “We need to work really hard to make Pakistan...

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  • August 18, 2025
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    Pakistan omit Babar Azam, Rizwan from Asia Cup T20 squad

    Pakistan have left out star batters Babar Azam and Mohammad Rizwan from the T20 squad announced on Sunday for the Asia Cup and a preparatory tri-series against Afghanistan and the United Arab Emirates later this month. ALSO READ: Steve Smith eyes Ashes glory and Olympic dream The Pakistan Cricket Board confirmed the move in a press release, noting that while both players have been prolific in the format, they have not featured since December. Head coach Mike Hesson explained the decision by pointing to other players’ strong performances. “We know what a fine player Babar is,” Hesson told reporters. “Babar has been asked...

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  • August 16, 2025
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    Steve Smith eyes Ashes glory and Olympic dream

    Australian batting legend Steve Smith is gearing up for another Ashes showdown, confident that England’s aggressive “Bazball” approach will face a stern test on Australian soil later this year. READ MORE: Thrills and Records at Chengdu World Games Smith, who trails only Sir Don Bradman and Allan Border in Test runs against England, said he is excited about the contest but doubts whether England’s fearless style will translate smoothly to Australian conditions. “Coming down to Australia, particularly for their batters, it’s going to be a big challenge,” Smith said in an interview with Sky Sports. “The pitches here have been quite difficult...

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  • August 16, 2025
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    Thrills and Records at Chengdu World Games

    The World Games in Chengdu brought fresh excitement as athletes pushed boundaries and new formats added unpredictability to the competition. In speed climbing, China’s Long Jianguo electrified home fans by setting a new national record of 4.74 seconds to capture the men’s four-lane title. It was the first time the four-lane format featured at a multi-sport event, replacing the traditional head-to-head races with four climbers competing simultaneously. Also Read: Pakistan’s Tayiba Ashraf Wins Triple Gold at International Taekwondo Championship in Malaysia Long, a former World Cup winner, said the format brought both fun and pressure. “There’s a lot of unpredictability. Everyone feels...

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  • August 15, 2025
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    Pakistan’s Tayiba Ashraf Wins Triple Gold at International Taekwondo Championship in Malaysia

    Pakistan’s flag flew high in Kuala Lumpur as national taekwondo athlete Tayiba Ashraf scripted history by winning three gold medals at the International Taekwondo Championship in Malaysia on Tuesday. READ MORE: Pakistan’s Asif Misses Medal Despite Stunning 141 Clearance at World Games Competing against a field of 6,500 athletes from 35 nations, Tayiba showcased her remarkable versatility by excelling across three disciplines — the virtual fight, pair poomsae, and the fiercely contested 49kg fight category. Her golden hat-trick not only underlined her personal skill and resilience but also marked a proud moment for Pakistan on the global stage. A Historic Independence Day Gift Brimming with...

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  • August 15, 2025
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    Pakistan’s Asif Misses Medal Despite Stunning 141 Clearance at World Games

    Pakistan’s snooker hopes came to a heartbreaking end at the World Games in Chengdu, as Mohammad Asif narrowly missed out on a medal despite producing one of the tournament’s most breathtaking moments — a flawless 141 clearance. READ MORE: Duplantis Sets 13th Pole Vault World Record at 6.29m in Budapest The seasoned cueist, aiming to deliver a podium finish as a gift for Pakistan’s Independence Day, first fell short in the semi-finals against China’s Xiao Guodong. The home favorite, a former Wuhan Open champion, showed no mercy, outclassing Asif with a 2-0 victory. Guodong swept the first frame 80-0 with a 58-break...

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