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May 30, 2025

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Noor Zaman Makes History by Qualifying for British Open Main Draw

Pakistani squash star Noor Zaman has etched his name in history by qualifying for the main draw of the prestigious British Open, becoming the first Pakistani to do so in two decades. The event, currently being held in Birmingham, saw Zaman defeat Egypt’s Kareem El Torkey 3-1 in a gripping final qualifying match. Zaman and El Torkey previously clashed just a month earlier in a memorable U23 World Championship final in Pakistan, where Zaman triumphed in a thrilling 3-2 comeback to claim the title. This time in Birmingham, the stakes were different, but the result was once again in favor of...
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May 29, 2025

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Mohsen Gilani Elected PFF President in Historic Win

LAHORE: In a dramatic turn of events, Mohsen Gilani — a former FIFA development officer — emerged as the new president of the Pakistan Football Federation (PFF) on Tuesday, winning an intense election against Taha Alizai, the founder of Karachi United. This was the first official PFF election in ten years. Despite Taha being considered the favorite just a day before, claiming support from 13 out of the 24 PFF Congress members, Mohsen secured a narrow 13-11 victory in both voting rounds. The first round required a two-thirds majority, which neither candidate achieved, but Mohsen maintained his edge in the decisive...
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May 29, 2025

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Pakistan vs Bangladesh T20 Series 2025: A New Era Begins in Lahore

Pakistan kickstarts its T20 World Cup preparations with a fresh mindset as they face Bangladesh in the first of a three-match series at Lahore’s Gaddafi Stadium on Wednesday. After a disappointing World Cup exit in the USA, the focus is now on testing combinations and building a powerful, modern T20 unit for next year’s tournament in Sri Lanka. With Mike Hesson taking over as head coach and Salman Ali Agha stepping up as captain, Pakistan is clearly shifting gears. The team has already toured Australia, South Africa, and New Zealand, but struggled to secure series wins, using two captains and making...
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May 27, 2025

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Shaheen Leads Lahore Qalandars to Third PSL Title in Thrilling Final

LAHORE: In front of a roaring crowd of 28,000 at Gaddafi Stadium, Lahore Qalandars clinched their third HBL Pakistan Super League (PSL) title in stunning fashion, chasing down a record 202-run target to defeat Quetta Gladiators by six wickets. Led by skipper Shaheen Shah Afridi, Lahore displayed unity, resilience, and a touch of cinematic drama. The spotlight was shared between Shaheen and Sikandar Raza, who made a jaw-dropping last-minute appearance—just 10 minutes before the toss. Raza had just wrapped up a Test match for Zimbabwe in England and made a whirlwind four-city journey, including stopovers in Nottingham, Birmingham, Dubai, and Abu...
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May 27, 2025

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Mohammad Ammad Clinches Jansher Khan PSA Squash Tournament Title

ISLAMABAD: Rising squash star Mohammad Ammad claimed the title at the inaugural Jansher Khan PSA Squash Tournament, overcoming Anas Ali in an exciting four-set final held at the Mushaf Squash Complex on Monday. Ammad showcased excellent court control and stamina to beat his opponent with a scoreline of 11-4, 11-6, 7-11, 11-5 in a match that lasted 38 minutes. His performance highlighted his potential as one of the promising names in Pakistan’s squash circuit. The tournament, organized under the banner of the Professional Squash Association (PSA), was launched as a tribute to legendary squash icon Jansher Khan—one of Pakistan’s greatest athletes with...
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May 26, 2025

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Rafael Nadal Honored in Emotional French Open Farewell; Sabalenka, Zheng Cruise Through Opening Roun…

PARIS: Tennis legend Rafael Nadal received a heartwarming farewell at Roland Garros, where he was honored for his historic French Open career. Fans on Court Philippe Chatrier celebrated the ‘King of Clay’ with a vibrant “14 RG, Rafa” display — a tribute to his record 14 titles at the tournament. Now retired at 38, Nadal reflected on two decades of dominance, describing this court as “the most important of my career.” Emotional and nostalgic, Nadal watched a video of his unforgettable moments on the Paris clay. He recalled his 2005 title win after a foot injury nearly ended his dreams in...
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