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  • May 26, 2025

    Lahore Qalandars Clinch Third PSL Title After Thrilling Last-Over Win Against Quetta Gladiators

    Lahore, Pakistan – In a heart-stopping PSL 2025 final, Lahore Qalandars emerged victorious for the third time in four seasons, pulling off an unbelievable last-over win against Quetta Gladiators. Chasing a daunting 202, Lahore were on the back foot, needing 57 from just 20 balls when Sikandar Raza and Kusal Perera turned the tide. The Gladiators looked destined to lift their second title, six years after their first, especially after Lahore struggled to build momentum. But Perera’s fiery 62 off just 31 balls, packed with four sixes and five boundaries, coupled with Raza’s explosive 22 off just 7, flipped the script....

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  • May 24, 2025

    Pakistan Eye Victory Over India in Upcoming CAVA Nations League Volleyball Clash

    Anticipation is building as Pakistan prepare to take on arch-rivals India in the Central Asian Volleyball Association (CAVA) Nations League, set to be held in Uzbekistan from May 29 to June 4. Originally scheduled to be hosted in Pakistan, the tournament was shifted after India declined to send its team across the border. Despite the venue change, Pakistan captain Murad Jehan is brimming with confidence.“Our team has some very good professional players and we are confident of defeating India with a big margin,” he told reporters at a press conference at the Pakistan Sports Complex. “We’re looking forward to the match.” Jehan’s...

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  • May 24, 2025

    Qalandars Crush United to Book PSL Final Spot Against Gladiators

    Lahore Qalandars saved their best for the big moments. In a ruthless display at Gaddafi Stadium, they destroyed Islamabad United by 95 runs in the HBL Pakistan Super League Eliminator 2, sealing their place in Sunday’s final against Quetta Gladiators. The defending champions Islamabad United, once favorites after a strong start to the season, collapsed under pressure, overwhelmed by a clinical Qalandars unit that fired in all departments. After setting a towering target of 203, Lahore’s pacers ripped through United’s batting lineup, bundling them out for just 107 in 15.1 overs. Skipper Shaheen Shah Afridi was at his lethal best, finishing with...

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  • May 23, 2025

    Stars Edge Challengers in Nail-Biter to Reach National Women’s T20 Final

    KARACHI: In a gripping encounter at the National Bank Stadium on Thursday, Stars edged past Challengers by just six runs in the qualifier of the National Women’s T20 Tournament. With this hard-fought victory, Stars have secured their place in the tournament final, where they will take on Conquerors on Saturday. Opting to bat first after winning the toss, Stars posted 134 for 8 in their allotted 20 overs. The innings was anchored by a match-saving performance from all-rounder Tuba Hassan, who smashed a crucial 35 off just 24 deliveries. Coming in at number six, Tuba played with aggression and composure, striking...

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  • May 23, 2025

    Lahore Qalandars Eliminate Karachi Kings in High-Voltage PSL 2025 Eliminator

    LAHORE: On a humid summer night at the iconic Gaddafi Stadium, Lahore Qalandars held their nerve and overcame Karachi Kings with a clinical six-wicket win in the HBL Pakistan Super League (PSL) 2025 Eliminator. Despite some sloppy fielding, Lahore’s solid all-round performance secured them a second eliminator showdown against Islamabad United. Opting to bowl first, Lahore’s bowling attack — led by Haris Rauf — restricted Karachi Kings to 190-8. Haris claimed 3 wickets for 35 runs, dismissing key batters at crucial stages. However, it was their fielding that almost let them down, with multiple dropped catches including two costly misses off...

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  • May 22, 2025

    Pakistan Names New T20 Squad for Bangladesh Series 2025

    The Pakistan Cricket Board (PCB) has made bold and unexpected changes ahead of the upcoming three-match T20 International series against Bangladesh, set to be played in Lahore from May 28 to June 1, 2025. In a surprising move, top players Babar Azam, Mohammad Rizwan, and Shaheen Shah Afridi have been excluded from the squad. This new selection reflects a shift in strategy as Pakistan begins to build a fresh core for the T20 World Cup 2026, which will be hosted jointly by India and Sri Lanka. Stepping into leadership is Salman Ali Agha, who has been named captain of the team....

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