South Africa’s World Cup departure delayed by visa issues
CAPE TOWN: South Africa’s preparations for the 2026 FIFA World Cup have been disrupted after visa delays prevented part of the squad from travelling to their training camp…
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Pakistan begin U18 Asia Cup campaign with 3-0 win over China
KAKAMIGAHARA: Pakistan made an impressive start to their U18 Asia Cup hockey campaign by defeating China 3-0 in their opening group-stage match on Saturday…
Shaheen Afridi defends Pakistan pacers, cites workload concerns ahead of Australia ODIs
LAHORE: Pakistan ODI captain Shaheen Shah Afridi has defended the national team’s fast bowlers amid concerns over declining bowling speeds, saying a demanding international…
Messi to captain Argentina at World Cup as Scaloni names 26-man squad
BUENOS AIRES: Argentina head coach Lionel Scaloni has confirmed that Lionel Messi will captain the national team at the upcoming FIFA World Cup after…
Shaheen Afridi confident ahead of Australia ODI series as Josh Inglis anticipates strong competition
RAWALPINDI,: Pakistan captain Shaheen Shah Afridi says his team is fully prepared for the upcoming ODI series against Australia, while Australian skipper Josh Inglis…
Pakistan, Australia set for ODI series opener in Rawalpindi
RAWALPINDI, May 29: Pakistan and Australia will face off in the opening match of their three-match One Day International (ODI) series on Friday at…
Iran seeks multiple-entry US visas for team ahead of 2026 World Cup
TEHRAN, May 29 (AFP): Iran’s football federation has asked FIFA to facilitate multiple-entry US visas for the national team ahead of the 2026 FIFA…
Wasim Akram’s Hajj ritual video draws attention on social media
MAKKAH, Former Pakistan cricket captain Wasim Akram has attracted widespread attention on social media after a video showed him performing the symbolic stoning ritual…
ICCI win Gerry’s Diplomatic Cricket Tournament Season 2 in Islamabad
ISLAMABAD: Gerry’s Diplomatic Cricket Tournament Season 2 concluded in Islamabad on May 25 after three days of matches featuring diplomatic, international organisation, corporate, media…
PAF win 55th Men’s National Volleyball Championship after beating Navy
WAH CANTT: Pakistan Air Force won the 55th Men’s National Volleyball Championship 2026 after defeating Pakistan Navy 3-1 in the final at POF Sports…
Two Indian climbers die on Mount Everest amid overcrowding concerns
KATHMANDU: Two Indian climbers have died on Mount Everest after falling ill while descending from high altitude, their expedition company said, as Nepal records…
Pakistan announce 16-member squad for Australia ODI series
LAHORE: Pakistan have announced a 16-member squad for the three-match ODI series against Australia, with Shaheen Shah Afridi set to lead the side. The…
Caddies Cup golf development program held at The Club Eighteen
ISLAMABAD, May 21, 2026: The Club Eighteen successfully hosted the Caddies Cup Golf Development Program, bringing together emerging golfing talent from across the region.…
Pakistan may leave Mohammad Rizwan out of Australia ODI series
ISLAMABAD, May 21, 2026 (Web Desk): Pakistan may leave wicketkeeper-batter Mohammad Rizwan out of the upcoming three-match ODI series against Australia, according to…
India rest Jasprit Bumrah for Afghanistan Test
NEW DELHI: India have rested Jasprit Bumrah and Ravindra Jadeja for the one-off Test against Afghanistan next month, with Shubman Gill named captain of…
Shan Masood says Pakistan made several mistakes in Bangladesh Tests
SYLHET: Pakistan Test captain Shan Masood said the team made several mistakes during both Tests against Bangladesh and needed to address them after suffering…
Mohammad Amir gets British citizenship
LAHORE: Former Pakistan fast bowler Mohammad Amir has obtained British citizenship and a British passport, opening up more opportunities for him in English county…